Crock Pot Roasted Chicken
Bring the comfort of oven-roasted chicken to your kitchen with this easy and flavorful Crock Pot Roasted Chicken recipe. Perfectly seasoned with a fragrant blend of paprika, garlic powder, thyme, and onion powder, this tender whole chicken is slow-cooked to juicy perfection right in your crock pot. With just 15 minutes of prep, the chicken simmers on a bed of onion and optional chicken broth, infusing every bite with rich, savory goodness. Stuffed with fresh lemon and garlic for a citrusy aroma, this recipe delivers a golden, succulent bird that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that’s as effortless as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 whole lemon
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 0.5 cups chicken broth (optional)
Instructions
Remove giblets from the whole chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil to help the seasonings stick and create a golden, crispy texture.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, and onion powder.
Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the entire surface of the chicken, including inside the cavity.
Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the chicken cavity along with the peeled garlic cloves.
Peel and quarter the yellow onion, then spread the chunks across the bottom of the crock pot to act as a base for the chicken.
If desired, pour 1/2 cup of chicken broth into the bottom of the crock pot to add moisture and flavor.
Place the chicken breast-side up on top of the onion chunks in the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 6-7 hours, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast.
Once cooked, carefully transfer the chicken from the crock pot to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 5314 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 879 mg | 19% | |
*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.
