Crock Pot Chicken Breast Recipes
This Crock Pot Chicken Breast recipe is the ultimate hands-off, cozy comfort food. Juicy, tender chicken slow-cooked with garlic, herbs, and broth — perfect for busy days when you want nourishing flavor without the fuss. Easy, versatile, and deeply satisfying.
Equipment
- Crock Pot / Slow Cooker
- Measuring Spoons
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pat dry before seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil for coating the Crock Pot and flavor
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Lightly coat your Crock Pot with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the Crock Pot. Pat them dry first.
- Season chicken evenly with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Massage the spices into the meat for full flavor.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic around and on top of the chicken.
- Pour chicken broth and lemon juice into the pot. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
- Once done, transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot. Spoon juices over top. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or coconut milk at the end for a creamy variation. Save the juices for soups or sauces. This chicken also freezes well for future meals.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 28gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 370mgPotassium: 520mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 110IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.7mg
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