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Crock Pot Chicken Breast

Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts cooked in the Crock Pot with a simple blend of paprika, oregano, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. This versatile chicken can be served as a main dish or sliced and shredded for meal prep, tacos, salads, sandwiches, and bowls.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoons paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

Step 1. Add the Broth
  1. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker.
Step 2. Make the Seasoning
  1. Combine paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3. Season the Chicken
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry. Rub them with olive oil and coat both sides evenly with the seasoning mixture.
Step 4. Add the Chicken
  1. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer inside the slow cooker.
Step 5. Cook
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for approximately 3–4 hours, or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 6. Rest
  1. Remove the chicken and let it rest for 5–10 minutes.
Step 7. Serve or Shred
  1. Slice the chicken and serve with your favorite sides, or shred it for tacos, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and meal-prep bowls.

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts that are similar in size for more even cooking.
  • Do not rely solely on cooking time; verify 165°F (74°C) with an instant-read thermometer.
  • Avoid overcooking chicken breast because it can become dry.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
  • For meal prep, allow the chicken to cool appropriately before portioning.