Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast Recipe for Healthy and Flavorful Meals

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Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast Recipe for Healthy and Flavorful Meals
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
240 mins
Total Time:
260mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 30, 2023

This recipe for juicy slow cooker chicken breast is perfect for anyone following a healthy diet. It's simple to make and results in tender and flavorful chicken that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're on a low-carb, high-protein, or paleo diet, this chicken recipe is versatile enough to meet your dietary needs. Just toss the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic. In a few hours, you'll have perfectly cooked chicken that's ready to be added to salads, wraps, or served as a main dish with your favorite sides.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Directions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a paste-like mixture.
  3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding.
  7. Serve the juicy slow cooker chicken breast as a main dish with your favorite sides, or use it in salads, wraps, or other recipes as desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Slow cooking allows the chicken to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in a tender and juicy texture.
  • The combination of spices adds delicious flavor to the chicken without adding unnecessary calories.
  • This recipe is a great option for meal prepping as the cooked chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.