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Crock Pot Chicken Breast Recipes

Crock Pot Chicken Breast Recipes

Tender, juicy, and versatile, these crock pot chicken breast recipes prove that comfort can be simple. With minimal effort and everyday ingredients, you can create family-friendly meals that are nourishing, budget-friendly, and ready when you need them.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 230 kcal

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 2-3 chicken breasts boneless, skinless (about 1 ½ lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water with 1 bouillon cube
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

Flavor Add-Ins (Optional)

  • 1 onion diced or sliced
  • 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried herbs thyme, oregano, basil, or rosemary
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or soy sauce
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and optional spices.
  • Place chicken in a single layer at the bottom of the crock pot.
  • Pour in broth or chosen liquid until chicken is about one-third submerged.
  • Cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Slice or shred chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with vegetables, rice, pasta, or in sandwiches.

Notes

For creamy versions, add dairy like cream cheese or sour cream at the end to prevent curdling. To prevent dryness, avoid overcooking and always include some liquid. Shredding chicken into the sauce helps lock in moisture.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.9mg
Keyword chicken, Crock Pot, Healthy, slow cooker
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