Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe
This Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe is the perfect no-fuss, low maintenance meal that’s healthy, wholesome, and deeply comforting. Great for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 pounds total
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley, lemon zest, or smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken breasts for extra flavor. Skip if desired.
- Transfer chicken to the slow cooker, add minced garlic, and pour chicken broth around the chicken.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Shred chicken, mix back into juices in the slow cooker, and stir in Greek yogurt off heat for a creamy finish.
- Sprinkle with parsley, lemon zest, or smoked paprika. Serve over rice, greens, or on buns.
Notes
Stir in Greek yogurt gently off heat to avoid curdling. Feel free to adjust seasonings and garnishes to suit your preferences.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal
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