Description
Succulent slow cooker chicken breast emerges as a simple, foolproof dinner solution for busy households. Moist, tender meat delivers protein-packed comfort with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid:
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Arrange chicken breasts in an even layer within the slow cooker, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Create a flavor blend by combining dried garlic powder, onion powder, smoky paprika, chopped parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Generously dust the seasoning mixture over the chicken, coating each piece thoroughly for maximum flavor infusion.
- Gently pour chicken broth around the seasoned meat, which will help maintain moisture during the cooking process.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and set the temperature to low, allowing the chicken to simmer and tenderize for approximately 4-6 hours.
- Verify the chicken’s doneness by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Once fully cooked, carefully transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to redistribute internal juices.
- Slice or shred the chicken using two forks, preparing it for serving with your preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Experiment with different herb and spice combinations to customize the flavor profile, like adding rosemary, thyme, or cayenne for a personal touch.
- For a more intense taste, marinate chicken breasts in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes before slow cooking to help flavors penetrate deeper.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth or water if watching salt intake, and adjust seasoning accordingly to maintain robust flavor.
- Ensure chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer for safe consumption, preventing any risk of foodborne illness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (or 6 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 3.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg