Description
Slow Cooker Chicken is a simple, versatile, and flavorful recipe that results in tender, juicy chicken cooked slowly in its own juices and seasonings. Perfect for busy days, this hands-off method yields a delicious meal ideal for salads, sandwiches, tacos, or served with sides.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup chicken broth
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Optional: fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
Place sliced onion and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Season chicken with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Optional: For a crispy finish, sear the cooked chicken in a hot skillet with olive oil or butter for 1-2 minutes per side.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
- Add vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, or bell peppers to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
- Use different herbs and spices like rosemary, cumin, or chili powder.
- Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for extra flavor.
- Shred the cooked chicken for tacos, salads, or sandwiches.
- Make it creamy by stirring in sour cream or coconut milk before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-7 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
