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Slow cooker chicken breast dish on a plate with herbs and sides

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

Tender chicken infused with rich flavors, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Protein
  • 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Trim excess fat before cooking.
Seasoning/Spice Blend
  • 1 tsp Salt Be cautious with salt, especially if using salted broth.
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Thyme
Liquids/Dairy
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth Use low-sodium broth if watching salt intake.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
Aromatics & Vegetables
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic Watch garlic to prevent burning.
Optional Finishing Ingredients
  • 4 tbsp Butter Use unsalted butter to control seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by selecting 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Trim any excess fat and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Sprinkle 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of onion powder, and 1 tsp of Italian seasoning over the chicken and pat down the spices.
  3. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic on top of the seasoned chicken.
  4. Cube 4 tbsp of butter and scatter it over the chicken.
  5. Pour 0.5 cup of chicken broth and 1 tbsp of lemon juice around the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover and set your slow cooker to low heat for about 6 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks or serve it whole.
  2. Arrange chicken pieces on a platter and drizzle some of the sauce over the top. Serve with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in freezer bags for up to 3 months.