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Plated juicy crock pot chicken breast garnished with herbs and spices.

Perfect Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

Juicy, flavorful, and ridiculously easy—this slow cooker chicken breast recipe transforms a simple dinner into a family favorite without lifting a finger. No more dry, boring chicken!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 165 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lb chicken breasts fresh or thawed
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or Cajun mix or your preferred seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
  • minced garlic or lemon slices optional, for extra flavor

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pound slightly if thick for even cooking.
  • Season both sides of chicken with salt, pepper, and desired seasoning blend.
  • Pour chicken broth or water around the chicken. Add garlic or lemon if using.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours. Do not overcook. Check internal temp for 165°F (75°C).
  • Let rest with lid off for 5–10 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve as desired.

Notes

Use shredded chicken in tacos, pasta, rice bowls, or sandwiches. To cook from frozen, add 1 hour cook time and do not use HIGH. Store leftovers in fridge for 3–4 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 31gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.6mg
Keyword chicken breast, crockpot, easy, Healthy, slow cooker
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