Description
Tender and flavorful slow cooker chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, cooked low and slow for juicy, perfectly cooked meat. This easy recipe requires minimal effort and is perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Spices and Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
Other Ingredients
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
Instructions
- Prepare seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, and paprika to create an even spice blend.
- Season chicken: Generously season both sides of each chicken breast with the spice mixture ensuring full coverage for flavor.
- Set up slow cooker: Pour ¼ cup of low-sodium chicken broth into a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker. Place the seasoned chicken breasts inside.
- Add butter: Slice the tablespoon of salted butter into small pieces and place them evenly on top of the chicken breasts for added richness.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F, ensuring safe and tender results.
- Rest and slice: Carefully remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board, cover them loosely, and let rest for 10 minutes. This helps retain juices when slicing for clean, tender pieces.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfectly cooked chicken.
- For added flavor, you can swap out the salted butter with herb butter.
- This recipe works well for meal prep as the chicken can be refrigerated and used in salads, sandwiches, or wraps.
- Adjust seasoning amounts if you prefer milder or stronger flavors.
- If you do not have dried parsley, fresh parsley can be used but add at the end of cooking to retain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
