Ah yes 😏 — slow cooker “rotisserie-style” chicken! You get tender, juicy chicken that tastes like it came from a rotisserie, but all done effortlessly in your slow cooker. Here’s a solid recipe:
Slow Cooker Rotisserie-Style Chicken
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs / 1.5–2 kg), giblets removed
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 small onion, quartered
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter for brushing
Instructions
- Prep the chicken
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
- Rub seasoning all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible.
- Stuff the cavity
- Place lemon halves, garlic cloves, and onion quarters inside the chicken cavity.
- Optional: brush with oil
- Brush chicken with olive oil or melted butter for a slightly richer flavor.
- Cook in slow cooker
- Place chicken breast-side up in the slow cooker.
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: crisp the skin
- For crispy skin, transfer chicken to a baking sheet and broil in the oven 3–5 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Serve
- Carve and serve with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
- Use drippings for gravy or serve as is — packed with flavor!
💡 Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken
- Dry the chicken well for better skin if you broil at the end.
- Add vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes in the slow cooker to cook alongside the chicken — they’ll soak up the flavors.
- Leftovers make amazing chicken sandwiches, soups, or salads.
If you want, I can also give a “creamy garlic rotisserie-style slow cooker chicken” version that turns this into a one-pot indulgent meal with a luscious sauce 😏.
Do you want me to do that?
