Here are easy, juicy slow-cooker chicken breasts that don’t dry out — plus a few flavour options 🍗
Basic Slow Cooker Chicken Breasts
Time: 3–4 hrs on LOW (best) or 2 hrs on HIGH
Serves: 3–4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¾ cup chicken stock or broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker.
- Place chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with oil.
- Pour stock around (not over) the chicken.
- Cover and cook LOW 3–4 hours or until just cooked (internal temp 74°C / 165°F).
- Rest 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
Flavour Variations (Add at Start)
🍋 Lemon Garlic
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- Zest + juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
🌿 Creamy Mushroom
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup cream or crème fraîche (stir in at the end)
- 1 tsp thyme
🌶 BBQ Shredded Chicken
- Replace stock with ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- Shred and cook 15 more minutes
🧄 Italian Herb
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
How to Keep Chicken Moist (Important!)
- Cook on LOW, not high if possible
- Don’t overfill or stack chicken
- Remove as soon as it’s cooked
- Add creamy ingredients at the end
Serving Ideas
- Slice for salads or wraps
- Shred for tacos, sandwiches, or pasta
- Serve with mash, rice, or veggies
If you want, I can give you a dump-and-go recipe, creamy sauce version, or meal-prep friendly option.
