Absolutely! Slow cooker chicken breasts are incredibly easy, tender, and versatile 🍗💛 Here’s a simple guide to get juicy, flavorful results every time.
🍗 Slow Cooker Chicken Breasts
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 5–10 minutes
- Cook: 3–4 hours (high) or 6–7 hours (low)
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth (or water)
- Optional: herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley
🔥 Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth.
- Optional: add sliced onions, garlic cloves, or herbs for extra flavor.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
Until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Remove chicken and let rest 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Shredded chicken: Use two forks to shred for tacos, sandwiches, or casseroles.
- Creamy option: Add ½ cup cream, sour cream, or cream of mushroom/chicken soup during the last 30 minutes.
- Flavor boosters: Marinades, BBQ sauce, Italian seasoning, or salsa work beautifully.
- Freezer prep: Assemble chicken and seasonings in a freezer bag; thaw and cook when ready.
This is basically a set-it-and-forget-it meal base—you can turn it into salads, sandwiches, pasta, or casseroles 😋
I can also give a slow-cooker chicken breasts with a creamy garlic sauce version that’s rich and restaurant-style. Do you want me to do that?
