Juicy Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipe
Tender, moist, and flavorful crockpot chicken breasts made with simple seasonings and minimal prep. This slow cooker chicken is perfect for easy dinners, meal prep, and versatile weekly meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, paprika, onion powder, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and rub with olive oil.
- Coat chicken evenly with seasoning mixture.
- Place chicken in a single layer in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
Notes
Avoid overcooking to keep chicken juicy. Use a meat thermometer and check for doneness early, especially with thinner chicken breasts.