How to Cook Chicken Breasts in the Slow Cooker
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika smoked or sweet
- ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme optional
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth room temperature or warmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and paprika. Sprinkle over both sides of the chicken breasts.½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon paprika, ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme, 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- In a small saucepan or measuring cup, whisk together the chicken broth and butter, then pour it into the slow cooker.½ cup low-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Add the chicken to the slow cooker in an even layer, cover, and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F on an instant read thermometer and shreds easily.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- See post for storage options, tips, and FAQs.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 chicken breast. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
How to Cook Chicken Breasts in the Slow Cooker
Serving Size
1 chicken breast
Amount per Serving
Calories
161
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
10
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
80
mg
27
%
Sodium
431
mg
18
%
Potassium
453
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
25
g
50
%
Vitamin A
155
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
9
mg
1
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
