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Chicken in a Crock Pot

A simple and delicious recipe for tender chicken cooked slowly with vegetables and spices in a crock pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups of mixed vegetables carrots, peas, and corn work well
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Crock pot
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts.
  2. Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the mixed vegetables at the bottom of the crock pot.
  4. Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
  5. Carefully pour the chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Cover the crock pot and set it to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  7. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F.
  8. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks right in the pot.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, quinoa, or crusty bread.