Slow Cooker Chicken
Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours
Ingredients:
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4–6 chicken thighs or breasts (boneless or bone-in)
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1 onion, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup chicken broth (or water)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
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Optional: 1 cup carrots, sliced; 1 cup potatoes, chopped; 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
Instructions:
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Prepare the slow cooker:
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Place sliced onions and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Add any vegetables if using.
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Season the chicken:
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Rub chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme (or other seasonings).
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Place the chicken on top of the vegetables.
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Add liquid:
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Pour chicken broth over the chicken.
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Cook:
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Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
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Serve:
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Serve the chicken with the cooked vegetables and spoon some of the flavorful juices over the top.
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Tips & Variations:
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🍋 Lemon garlic chicken: Add juice of 1 lemon and fresh herbs like rosemary.
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🍯 Honey mustard: Mix ¼ cup honey and ¼ cup Dijon mustard; pour over chicken before cooking.
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🥫 Creamy version: Add ½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese during the last 30 minutes for a creamy sauce.
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🥄 Shredded chicken: Cook boneless chicken breasts and shred for tacos, sandwiches, or salads.
I can also give a specific slow cooker recipe for chicken with creamy mushroom sauce that’s rich and perfect over rice or pasta. Do you want that?
