Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken breasts cooked gently in a crockpot. Seasoned with a simple blend of herbs and spices, and cooked with chicken broth and butter, the chicken stays tender and perfect for salads, sandwiches, or an easy dinner option. The slow cooking method ensures a hands-off approach with consistent, delicious results.
Ingredients
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Seasoning Mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
Chicken and Cooking
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, and paprika to create the seasoning blend that will enhance the chicken’s flavor.
- Season the chicken: Evenly coat both sides of each chicken breast with the prepared seasoning blend for balanced flavor.
- Set up the slow cooker: Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, then place the seasoned chicken breasts inside, arranging them evenly.
- Add butter: Cut the tablespoon of salted butter into small pieces and scatter them on top of the chicken breasts to add richness and moisture during cooking.
- Cook slowly: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook the chicken on the low setting for about 3 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F, ensuring safe and juicy chicken.
- Rest the chicken: Carefully transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Let them rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, making the meat tender and easy to slice.
Notes
- This slow cooker method yields perfectly juicy and tender chicken breasts every time.
- Ideal for easy meals like salads, sandwiches, or served with your favorite sides.
- Using low-sodium chicken broth helps control the salt content while keeping the chicken moist.
- Resting the chicken after cooking is crucial for clean slices and enhanced flavor.
- Cutting the butter into small pieces ensures even distribution of fat and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 5 oz)
- Calories: 157 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 451 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 79 mg
