Description

This Easy Crock Pot Chicken recipe is a set-it-and-forget-it meal that delivers tender, juicy chicken infused with mouthwatering flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

2–3 chicken breasts or thighs (bone-in or boneless, skinless)
1 cup chicken broth
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or rub it with a little olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts or thighs.
Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly around the chicken. Pour chicken broth into the pot, avoiding pouring it directly over the chicken.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Optional: Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet, brush with a little more olive oil, and broil for 2-3 minutes for crispy edges.
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred or serve whole. Spoon some of the flavorful juices over the top before serving.

Notes

[‘Rubbing the spices on the chicken before cooking locks in flavor.’, ‘Avoid overcooking the chicken to prevent it from drying out.’, ‘Broiling the chicken after slow cooking adds a nice golden color and crispy edges.’, ‘Make extra broth while cooking to keep leftovers juicy.’]

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-7 hours on LOW or 3-4 hours on HIGH
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 240
Fat: 8
Carbohydrates: 2
Protein: 28

Keywords: Crock Pot Chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Kid-Friendly Recipe