Slow Cooker Chicken Breast
Transform humble chicken into a succulent dish with this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 190 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 tbsp butter (cubed)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp thyme (dried or fresh)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Lay the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the slow cooker.
- Scatter the cubed butter and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, then sprinkle the thyme on top.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Once cooked, slice or shred the chicken and spoon the flavorful sauce over the top before serving.
Notes
For a richer sauce, consider adding a splash of cream or sour cream after cooking. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices.
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