Two family pleasing recipes to create the best dinner! Slow cooker balsamic chicken, moist and full of flavor, with a side of “Thanksgiving” roasted butternut squash. A gluten-free paleo meal that will satisfy and fill the tummy.
O man, so on Wednesday I wake-up to find out our subpump broke, so we had no running water in the house. Just like what happens when the power goes out. But this time we had power…just no water. A complete disaster! It was time to break out the bottles of hand sanitizer. Luckily, we were able to get some guys to come out and fix it by 4:00pm (we almost had to wait until today). It ended up that we needed a new well pump…not good news. But they put a new one in, now it just coming up with a way to pay for something so unexpected. Plus we had no water pressure once the water was turned on since we needed to change the filter at that point. My dad was not home then so I took a shower last night with absolutly a trickle…if that…coming out of the faucet. Its really hard to get the conditioner out of long hair with practically no water! I hope you encountered better things on your Wednesday!
Thankfully the other night, I made some of my favorite classic dishes for dinner. Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken and “Thanksgiving” Roasted Butternut Squash. Not exactly the most “summery” meal but, hey, it still works….and tastes wonderful. That’s what matters, right?
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
A super flavorful slow cooker chicken cooked in balsamic vinegar and aromatic spices and herbs. The perfect family-pleasing weeknight gluten-free and paleo dinner recipe.
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Slow Cooker, Main, Chicken
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts (trimmed and skinless)
- 1 1/3 Cup of Water
- 1/2 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/2 a Large Lemon (juiced)
- 1 TB Chili Powder
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tsp of Dried Basil
- 2 Tsp of Dried Parsley
- 1/2 Tsp of Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp of Paprika
- 1 Tsp of Cumin
Instructions
- In a large slow cooker add the chicken breasts to the bottom.
- In a large bowl combine the water, balsamic, lemon juice, and all spices & herbs. Give it a quick stir and pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Turn the slow cooker on to low and cover. Cook for 6-7 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Notes
Adapted from this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Now, you know I have an obsession with all things squash. I love them all (well at least eating them… spaghetti squash and I have a love-hate relationship. I have many battle wound from cooking that guy, but it is always worth it!). So here is my favorite way to cook butternut squash. I use Fall/Thanksgiving flavors but I think that’s what tastes best on B-Squash. I also that the cheaters way in preparing by buying pre-cut squash. But it prevents injuries so Ill take it!
“Thanksgiving” Roasted Butternut Squash
“Thanksgiving” Roasted Butternut Squash
Perfectly roasted butternut squash with warming “Thanksgiving” and Fall inspired spices including rosemary, sage, and thyme. The perfect gluten-free, vegan, and paleo side dish to dinner.
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Side, Vegetables
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 5–6 cups of Butternut Squash (cubed) (Precut, if you can find it, if not you can do this with a whole squash.)
- 1/2 TB Dried Rosemary (crushed)
- 1/2 TB Dried Thyme
- 2 Tsp Ground Sage
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat.
- Spread the peeled and cubed squash evenly on the baking sheet.
- Add your spices and toss with the squash to get all the sides coated with the herbs.
- Now, place the baking sheet in the oven for about 40 minutes, tossing the cubes once halfway through.
- Remove and serve…with ketchup!
Ketchup on anything roasted and of course always on chicken is absolute bliss by the way!
So tell me:
What is your favorite Slow Cooker Recipe?
What is you favorite type of Squash? How do you like to prepare it?
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thewickerhouse says
Your recipes always look so delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thank you!
Cristina Mandeville says
Nothing beats a simple way to cook squash! I love butternut!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
One of the classics!
Alison [Life of Scoop] says
This looks DELICIOUS! And I love butternut squash so I need to try that recipe… 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Just a classic way to roast some squash!
Shirley Wood says
Slow cooker meals are my personal favorite. The chicken and squash both look delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
They are great meals!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
Yummy! I love slow cooker meals.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
The best and easiest!
Charlotte says
ooo two recipes for the price of one! I love the look of the chicken it looks delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
An oldie, but a goodie!
Jane Duckworth says
Yum! This sounds delish 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thank you!
Mila says
Loving it! Can’t wait to try it! Perfect dinner if you ask me: )
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Agreed!
OneDizzyBee says
I finally gave up pinning your recipes one by one and just decided to stalk you on Pinterest. I love your recipes, and as someone who also has celiac (but isn’t the greatest cook), I’m always on the lookout for recipes even the cooking impaired can make. I love this recipe and others of yours! Thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thank you!!
The slow cooker will be your best friend then!!
Laina Turner says
My family is picky but they will even like this chicken.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Everyone loves some great slow cooker chicken!
Mother of 3 says
These sound yummy! I love Balsamic chicken; but I have only ever tried a pan version. We’ll have to try these.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Get that slow cooker out!
Farrah says
I just ate a really tasty dinner, but now I’m hungry again! Thanks a lot! 😛
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
I’m sorry 😉 Haha!
Yet Another Blogging Mummy says
Just got a slow cooker for Xmas, so very interested in slow cooker recipes
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
You are going to have a blast!
Tracey Abrahams says
The chicken looks fabulous. Ive just bought a slow cookwr so am on the look out for recipes.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Give this one a shot! It’s a total crow pleaser!
Cindy Eikenberg says
Hi Rebecca! Both of these sound amazing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thanks!
Laurie says
Pinned and tweeted!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thanks!
Easy Peasy Life Matters says
This sounds perfect for a fancy meal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thanks!
Elizabeth @ Guilty Chocoholic Mama says
Yum! I love balsamic vinegar, but honestly, you had me at “slow cooker.” 🙂 Pinning!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Slow cooker recipes get us all! They never fail!
Laura @MotherWouldKnow says
Love how you added herbs to the butternut squash – looks divine. Thanks for stopping by our Happy Holidays Link Party – be sure to join us again this week (beginning on Saturday at 7 pm ET) and every week through the holidays.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
It’s so yummy!
Amanda says
Looks absolutely delicious!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thanks Amanda!
CaveGirl Culinarian says
This looks great! Have you ever tried it with just salt, pepper, and a little bit of cumin? It’s amazing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Butternut Squash roasted with anything is fantastic!
Jo-Lynne Shane {Musings of a Housewife} says
That looks so simple and easy. Love it! Sorry to hear about your pump. No fun.
strengthandsunshine says
Thanks Jo-Lynne! It is all fixed and good now 🙂