Slow Cooker Herb-Spiced Chicken Breast Recipe
This Slow Cooker Chicken Breast with Herbs recipe offers a simple, flavorful way to prepare tender and juicy chicken breasts using minimal ingredients and effortless slow cooking. Seasoned with a blend of paprika, oregano, garlic, and onion powders, this healthy dish is perfect for meal prep or a comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)
Seasoning
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Liquid
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot: Pour the chicken broth into the crockpot to provide moisture during cooking and help keep the chicken tender throughout the slow cooking process.
- Mix the seasoning blend: In a small bowl, combine paprika, dried oregano (or Italian seasoning), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly blend all the spices.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, using your hands or a spoon to gently rub the spices onto all sides to ensure thorough coverage.
- Arrange chicken in the slow cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer inside the crockpot, making sure they are spaced well and not overlapping for even cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for about 2 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F using an instant-read thermometer.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest inside the crockpot for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve whole, sliced, or shredded according to your preference.
Notes
- This recipe can easily be halved to cook fewer chicken breasts.
- Store any leftover cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Using low sodium broth helps control the salt level, but water can be substituted if preferred.
- Always check the chicken’s internal temperature to ensure food safety and perfect doneness.
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