Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Breast recipe delivers perfectly juicy, tender, and flavorful chicken every time, infused with a subtle blend of herbs and spices. Ideal for quick meal prep, this dish is excellent for salads, sandwiches, or as a simple and wholesome dinner option.
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
Main Ingredients
- 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, combine the salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform seasoning blend.
- Season the chicken: Evenly season both sides of the boneless skinless chicken breasts with the prepared seasoning mix to ensure balanced flavor throughout.
- Add broth and chicken to slow cooker: Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Place the seasoned chicken breasts directly into the broth, spreading them out evenly.
- Add butter: Cut the salted butter into small pieces and distribute them evenly on top of the chicken breasts to add richness and moisture during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 3 hours. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F, confirming it is fully cooked.
- Rest and slice: Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board. Cover them with foil to keep warm and let rest for 10 minutes. This resting time allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier slices.
Notes
- This recipe consistently yields tender and juicy chicken breasts ideal for meal prep.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Great for preparing salads, sandwiches, or pairing with your favorite side dishes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste or add fresh herbs for variation.
- For even cooking, avoid overcrowding the slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 451 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 79 mg
