Description
This Crockpot Chicken Breast recipe is an easy, hands-off meal perfect for busy days. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, rubbed with olive oil, and slow-cooked in low-sodium chicken broth to keep them moist and juicy. Ideal for meal prep or a simple dinner, this dish requires minimal ingredients and prep time with maximum delicious results.
Ingredients
Chicken and Broth
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp ground paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Add broth to slow cooker. Pour ½ cup of low-sodium chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker to help keep the chicken moist during cooking.
- Prepare seasoning mix. In a small dish, combine 1 tsp kosher salt, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp dried thyme, ½ tsp ground paprika, ¼ tsp ground black pepper, and ¼ tsp garlic powder until well mixed.
- Season the chicken. Rub 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the chicken breasts, then evenly coat them with the prepared seasoning mix, ensuring all sides are covered.
- Place chicken in slow cooker. Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer inside the slow cooker over the chicken broth.
- Cook the chicken. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 4 to 6 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F (74°C).
- For extra flavor, you can add vegetables like carrots or potatoes to the slow cooker.
- Leftover chicken can be shredded and used in salads, sandwiches, or wraps.
- Adjust seasonings to taste, adding more paprika or herbs if desired.
- Cooking times may vary depending on slow cooker brand and size.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
