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Let’s be honest, boneless chicken breasts can be boring. And dry. And disappointing.
But this slow cooker chicken is a total game-changer. Moist, flavorful, and takes almost zero effort. Just season, set, and forget. Dinner practically makes itself while you’re juggling homework, laundry, or just catching your breath.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Why Moms Love This Recipe:
It’s a dump and go dinner. You don’t even need to sear it. Just toss everything in and let the slow cooker do its thing.
Versatile leftovers. Shred it for tacos, slice it for sandwiches, or toss it into pasta or salads the next day.
Kid-friendly. Mild seasoning and no weird textures make it easy for picky eaters to enjoy.
Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
Instructions:
- Mix your seasoning.
In a small bowl, stir together the salt, parsley, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. - Season the chicken.
Sprinkle the seasoning on both sides of the chicken breasts. Don’t worry about making it fancy, just get it coated. - Set up the slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of your slow cooker. Lay the chicken breasts on top in a single layer. - Add a little butter love.
Cut the butter into small chunks and dot it over the chicken. This small bit of fat keeps things juicy and adds flavor. - Let it cook.
Put the lid on and cook on low for 3 hours. Check that the internal temp hits 165°F. Don’t overdo it, chicken breast dries out fast if you let it go too long. - Rest and slice.
Move the chicken to a cutting board, cover it loosely, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. It makes a big difference.
Quick Tips:
Frozen chicken? Don’t put it straight into the slow cooker. Thaw it in a sealed bag in cool water for about 40 minutes. Flip halfway through.
Don’t crowd your cooker. A 2.5-quart slow cooker is perfect for 4 breasts. If your crockpot is too big and too empty, the chicken may cook too fast and dry out.
Want to switch it up? Add taco seasoning for tacos or brush with BBQ sauce after cooking for a new spin.
Nutrition Info:
Each serving has about 157 calories, 24 grams of protein, and 5 grams of fat. There are no carbs, fiber, or sugar in this recipe. It’s clean, lean protein that works with most diets.
Disclaimer:
Nutrition info is based on estimates and can vary depending on the ingredients you use. For precise info, it’s always best to check with a nutritionist.
