Description
Easy Slow Cooker Chicken is a simple and versatile recipe that yields tender, flavorful chicken with minimal effort. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, it’s ideal for shredding and using in tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Optional: 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, or 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and any optional herbs or spices.
- Pour the chicken broth or water over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks or serve whole, as preferred.
- Mix the shredded chicken with the juices in the slow cooker for extra flavor before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra moisture and flavor, or breasts for a leaner option.BBQ Style: Mix in barbecue sauce after shredding.Mexican Style: Add taco seasoning for burrito or taco filling.Add vegetables like carrots or onions for a one-pot meal.Store leftovers for meal prep or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
