The Easiest Crock Pot Chicken
Effortless and delicious, The Easiest Crock Pot Chicken is your go-to recipe for tender, juicy chicken with minimal prep time. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping, this slow-cooker favorite features boneless, skinless chicken breasts infused with the savory flavors of garlic, onion, and thyme, all enhanced by a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness. With just 5 minutes of prep, the crock pot takes care of the rest, creating perfectly cooked chicken that can be shredded for tacos, salads, sandwiches, or served over fluffy rice. Garnished with optional fresh parsley, this versatile dish proves that simplicity can yield bold results. Keywords: crock pot chicken, easy slow cooker recipes, tender chicken, meal prep chicken.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot in an even layer.
Step 2
Pour the chicken broth over the chicken breasts to keep them moist during cooking.
Step 3
Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken.
Step 4
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken for added richness and flavor.
Step 5
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Step 6
Once done, use two forks to shred the chicken in the crock pot (optional), allowing it to soak up the flavorful cooking juices.
Step 7
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Step 8
Serve the chicken as is, or use it for sandwiches, salads, tacos, or over rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 978.1 grams (978.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1440 |
| Total Fat 53.20g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 11.30g | 57% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 592mg | 197% |
| Sodium 3435mg | 149% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.20g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.10g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 0.60g | |
| Protein 219.90g | 440% |
| Vitamin D 7IU | 35% |
| Calcium 121mg | 9% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 2059mg | 44% |
Source of Calories