Too Simple Chicken in Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this "Too Simple Chicken in Crock Pot" recipe—a no-fuss, flavor-packed meal perfect for busy days. Succulent boneless, skinless chicken breasts are seasoned with a simple yet savory blend of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then slow-cooked in a rich bath of chicken broth and buttery goodness. The recipe is topped with a sprinkle of dried parsley for a touch of freshness and color. With just 5 minutes of prep and a hands-off cook time of 4-6 hours, this dish delivers fork-tender chicken that's perfect for shredding or serving whole alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies. This crock pot chicken recipe is ideal for meal prepping or feeding the family with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.
Season the chicken evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Pour the chicken broth over the seasoned chicken to keep it moist during cooking.
Add the butter on top of the chicken breasts. This adds richness and enhances the flavor.
Sprinkle dried parsley over the top for a touch of color and a hint of herbal flavor.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
Once the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C), remove it from the crock pot.
Optional: Shred the chicken with two forks or serve whole with your favorite sides.
Serve warm and enjoy with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 794 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
