Description
Succulent slow cooker chicken breast delivers tender, juicy meat with minimal effort. Herbs and spices create a flavorful meal that delights palates and simplifies weeknight dinner preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Liquid:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Blend aromatic spices including garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper, thoroughly coating each chicken breast with the seasoning mixture.
- Transfer the seasoned chicken into the slow cooker basin and gently pour chicken broth around the pieces, ensuring they are partially submerged.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and set the temperature to low, allowing the chicken to gently simmer and poach for 3-4 hours until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F (74°C).
- Carefully extract the tender chicken from the liquid, allowing it to rest undisturbed for 5 minutes to help redistribute internal moisture and maintain juiciness.
- After resting, slice or shred the chicken using two forks, preparing it for immediate serving or convenient meal preparation storage.
Notes
- Elevate flavor by marinating chicken for 30 minutes before slow cooking to infuse deeper seasonings into the meat.
- Opt for bone-in chicken breasts to maintain extra moisture and boost natural flavor profile during slow cooking process.
- Prevent dryness by avoiding overcooking; use a meat thermometer to ensure precise 165F internal temperature for perfectly tender chicken.
- Transform leftovers into versatile meal options like chicken salad, tacos, or soup by shredding and storing in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (or 4 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 3.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg