Crock Pot Deli Chicken
Transform weeknight dinners with this succulent Crock Pot Deli Chicken, a flavorful, set-it-and-forget-it recipe that delivers rotisserie-style results right at home. This dish features a whole chicken seasoned with a savory blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme, all gently slow-cooked over a bed of sweet yellow onion for maximum tenderness. The secret lies in allowing the rich spices and olive oil to infuse every bite, resulting in juicy, fall-off-the-bone meat that's perfect for serving as a main dish or shredding into salads, sandwiches, or soups. With just 10 minutes of prep and the option to crisp the skin to golden perfection in the oven, this recipe is as effortless as it is versatile. Perfect for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts, Crock Pot Deli Chicken is your ticket to a hearty, satisfying meal with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lbs Whole chicken
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
Instructions
Remove any giblets from the cavity of the chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, including under the skin if possible. Then generously apply the spice mixture to the chicken, coating it evenly.
Peel and quarter the yellow onion and place the pieces at the bottom of the crock pot. This will act as a 'rack' for the chicken, allowing air to circulate and prevent the chicken from sitting in its juices.
Place the chicken breast-side up on top of the onion pieces in the crock pot.
Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or on low for 7-8 hours, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once fully cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot (it will be very tender and may fall apart). Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Optional: If you prefer crispy skin, transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, or shred the meat for use in salads, sandwiches, or soups.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 299 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 928 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 92.5 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
