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A close-up shot of seasoned raw chicken breasts being placed into a slow cooker on a bed of onions. This illustrates a key step for making moist crockpot chicken.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Breast: The Ultimate Guide to Juicy, Tender Results

The ultimate guide to perfectly moist and flavorful slow cooker chicken breast. This easy, foolproof recipe yields tender, juicy chicken every time, making it perfect for meal prep, salads, tacos, and more. A set-it-and-forget-it dinner solution!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 4 medium breasts
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Scatter the sliced onions across the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then rub the seasoning mixture over all sides of the chicken.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the onions in a single layer. Pour the chicken broth around the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 2.5 to 3.5 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Use two forks to shred the chicken. For extra flavor, toss the shredded chicken with a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid from the crockpot. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcalProtein: 28gFat: 3g

Notes

Do Not Overcook: The key to juicy chicken is not to overcook it. Use a meat thermometer for best results.
Storage: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keyword crockpot chicken,shredded chicken,slow cooker chicken breast

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