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Juicy slow-cooked chicken breast in a crock pot topped with herbs and spices.

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast is the ultimate low-effort, high-reward dinner hero. Juicy, tender, and endlessly versatile, it's perfect for busy nights or weekly meal prep. Just season, set, and forget—delicious results await!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 breasts
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled and smashed
  • 0.5 onion sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • paprika optional, for extra flavor

Instructions
 

  • Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
  • Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker.
  • Add chicken broth, garlic cloves, and sliced onion around the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours. Do not cook on HIGH to avoid drying out the chicken.
  • Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Chicken is done when it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve as desired.

Notes

For frozen chicken breasts, cook on LOW for 4–6 hours. Always ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Add frozen vegetables only in the last hour of cooking to avoid mushiness.
Try variations like cooking with salsa, BBQ sauce, or Italian dressing. Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor. Great for meal prep or leftovers!

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 480mgVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword chicken breast, easy, meal prep, slow cooker
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