Slow Cooker Chicken Breast Recipes

This Slow Cooker Chicken Breast recipe is a quick way to get perfectly cooked chicken that can be used in various easy weeknight dinners. It’s sure to make meal prepping much easier!

Serve this crockpot chicken breast recipe alongside my Slow Cooker Potatoes Romanoff or Slow Cooker Peas and Carrots.

slow cooker chicken breast recipes

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

slow cooker chicken breast recipes

Cook up 2 pounds of chicken breasts to have ready for your recipes all week! Great for meal planning.

Prep: 5min

Total: 245min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 132 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Trans Fat 0.01 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 359 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.1 g, unSaturated Fat 1.5 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth

Instruction:

  1. Season your chicken breast with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  2. Place your chicken in your crockpot and cover them with the chicken broth.
  3. Cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees. The chicken should be cooked through, and will be sliceable.You can cook it past this point, though, it will shred instead of slice. If you want shredded chicken, you can cook for up to 8 hours.
  4. Let the chicken rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing (covered lightly with foil). Slice and serve OR place in fridge and slice later in the week when you need it.
  5. Strain your chicken broth using a sieve and remove all of the bits of chicken and fat. Take the strained chicken broth and use in your recipes right away or freeze.

30 BEST Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes

slow cooker chicken breast recipes

This amazing collection of easy Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes will give you a ton of options when your craving a succulent slow cooker meal. One of our favorites is this easy crack chicken:

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken – boneless skinless thighs or breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Ranch seasoning
  • 2 (8oz) blocks cream cheese
  • 6 strips bacon
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 scallions, diced

Instruction:

  1. Add chicken and chicken broth into crock pot. Sprinkle ranch seasoning all over the chicken. Place cream cheese cubes over everything evenly. Close the lid and cook 4-5 hours on high or 6-7 on low.
  2. Cook the bacon crisp and crumble it to use later.
  3. Once chicken is cooked, remove lid and shred the chicken in crock pot itself with the help of 2 forks.
  4. Top with cheddar cheese and bacon. Replace lid and cook for a few minutes until cheese is melted.
  5. Garnish with diced scallion and serve.

Slow Cooker Chicken Breast | Dump and Go Crockpot Dinner

FAQ

Can you put raw chicken breast in slow cooker?

Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!

How long does it take to cook a chicken breast in a slow cooker?

Cover your crock pot and cook chicken breasts on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F. Use chicken in your favorite recipes.

Do I need to brown of the chicken before it goes in the slow cooker?

Sear the Chicken Before Adding It to the Slow Cooker

Pre-cooking seals in the juices in the poultry and makes it even more tender as you cook it. A caramelized piece of meat will always taste better in your dish.

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in crockpot?

Cook boneless chicken breasts in slow cooker on LOW for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours. Always cook your boneless skinless chicken breasts on LOW for the best results. I do not recommend cooking boneless chicken breast on HIGH, as it will become very dry and tough, even if you check it early.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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