Sweet and tangy, these slow-cooked carrots are the perfect side dish to elevate any meal! The combination of honey and Dijon mustard creates a rich, glazed flavor that complements the natural sweetness of the carrots, all while requiring minimal effort thanks to the trusty slow cooker.

Ready Time

4 hrs

Yields

4 servings

Ingredients

1 pound of carrots, peeled and sliced into 1-inch thick sticks
2 tablespoons of honey
2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup of chicken broth

Instructions

Add the sliced carrots to the slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Pour the honey mustard mixture over the carrots in the slow cooker.

Pour in the chicken broth, making sure the carrots are completely covered. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.

Check the carrots for tenderness, and cook for an additional 30 minutes if needed.

Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite meal!

Notes

For a sweeter glaze, use 3 tablespoons of honey. You can also add 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder to the honey mustard mixture for an extra boost of flavor.

If using low sodium chicken broth, adjust the amount of salt to taste.

These carrots are perfect for a holiday meal or as a side dish for your favorite roasted meats. You can also roast the carrots in the oven instead of using a slow cooker, just adjust the cooking time to about 20-25 minutes at 425°F (220°C).