Best 20 Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes
Immerse yourself in the realm of culinary bliss as we embark on a journey to discover the most delectable "easy slow cooker chicken" recipes. With the convenience of a slow cooker, you can effortlessly transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes. This article will guide you through a selection of mouthwatering recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From classic comfort food to innovative culinary creations, we have compiled a collection of recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned chef, these recipes will empower you to prepare a succulent and flavorful slow cooker chicken dish that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY SLOW COOKER WHITE CHICKEN CHILI
Very quick and easy, a never-fail recipe. My family and friends just love it. Serve with corn chips, diced onions, and shredded Cheddar cheese.
Provided by Kevin and Tammy P
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes White Chili Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine great Northern beans, pinto beans, corn, onions, chicken broth, rotisserie chicken, green chile peppers, hot pepper sauce, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low until flavors combine, about 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 512.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
EASY SLOW COOKER SALSA CHICKEN
This slow cooker salsa chicken is simple but so flavorful! Add to tortillas or atop fresh salad greens or rice.
Provided by EverFit Montana
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 6h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Sprinkle with chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and onion powder. Top evenly with salsa and green chile peppers.
- Cook on Low until chicken breasts are very tender, 6 to 8 hours. Shred chicken breast with 2 forks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1037.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WINGS
Chicken wings slow cooked with a spicy tangy sauce mixture which includes chili sauce, chili powder lemon juice and molasses!
Provided by sal
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 5h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken in slow cooker. In a medium bowl combine the chile sauce, lemon juice, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, salsa, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Mix together and pour mixture over chicken.
- Cook in slow cooker on Medium Low setting for 5 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 720.1 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TACOS
So I heard of people making salsa chicken and I thought I would give it a try but add a few of my own twists to it. My whole family, even the 2-year-old, loved the tacos and we ate the leftovers at our very next meal. After the mixture is cooked, fill flour tortillas with it (hard shells are great, too), add shredded Cheddar cheese on the top, and shredded lettuce.
Provided by Lilliansmommy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 5h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Mix until coated and transfer into a slow cooker. Add salsa, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt; mix to combine.
- Cover and cook on Low until chicken is ready to shred, 4 to 5 hours. Remove chicken, shred with 2 forks, and return to the slow cooker.
- Break up the pineapple chunks and add them to the slow cooker with 1/4 cup of pineapple juice (or more to taste) and onion slices. Cook on Low until sauce is bubbling and fragrant, 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 941.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
Easy, creamy chicken and dumplings made from refrigerator biscuits, slow-cooked to comfort food perfection.
Provided by Erin Krysten
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Dumpling Recipes
Time 5h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk water, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; add chicken to bowl and turn to coat.
- Pour 1/2 of the chicken broth into a slow cooker; add chicken and poultry seasoning mixture. Layer onion, carrots, and celery, respectively, over chicken. Dot butter over vegetables; pour celery soup and chicken soup over vegetables and sprinkle rosemary on top.
- Cook on High for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks; return chicken to slow cooker. Add biscuit dough pieces to chicken mixture. Cook on High for 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 755.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
SUPER EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN ENCHILADA MEAT
This is our busy family's go-to recipe for delicious chicken meat that can be used to make enchiladas, tacos, burritos, nachos, even over rice and beans. So easy to prepare, and the enchilada sauce is to die for. I normally put this together at lunch and serve it after work. Use in your favorite Mexican recipes. Pork or beef can be substituted for the chicken.
Provided by Kari Shifflett
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 8h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blend chicken broth, tomatoes, chili powder, flour, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper in a blender until smooth.
- Put chicken breast in bottom of a slow cooker; pour blended enchilada sauce over the chicken.
- Cook on Low 8 to 9 hours (or 4 to 6 hours on High). Shred the chicken with 2 large forks and stir into the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 359.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN SOUP
Delicious and flavorful easy slow cooker chicken soup.
Provided by Tara Harrison
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes
Time 6h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix water, cream of mushroom soup, chicken, onion, celery, carrots, baby bell peppers, and onion soup mix together in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Shred chicken using two forks and stir soup well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 40.6 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 809.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
EASY SLOW COOKER TERIYAKI CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Linda1128
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth, teriyaki sauce, brown sugar and garlic cloves in large bowl. Add chicken to sauce, and toss to combine. Pour chicken mixture into crock-pot. Cook on low 4-6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through. Serve over hot cooked rice and spoon extra sauce if desired.
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN FAJITAS
So easy and delicious you won't believe it. All 4 of my kids love this dish, not an easy accomplishment! Spoon into tortillas with your choice of toppings, or you can spoon onto rice.
Provided by BusyMomTo4
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 8h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place chicken, corn, beans, salsa, and taco seasoning in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low until chicken is tender and flavors have combined, about 8 hours.
- Shred chicken meat using 2 forks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.2 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1793.3 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
EASY SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLO SALSA
Here is a slow-cooker chicken dinner to celebrate--three simple ingredients, and dinner is ready when you are.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spray 5- to 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken in slow cooker.
- Scatter thawed corn over top of chicken; pour salsa over all. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
- Use slotted spoon to remove chicken, salsa and corn from slow cooker. Serve chicken topped with corn salsa mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
HIDDEN VALLEY® EASY SLOW COOKER WHITE CHICKEN CHILI
Chicken breasts seasoned with Hidden Valley® Ranch Seasoning and chili powder are simmered in a slow cooker with green chiles and white beans to make this white chicken chili.
Provided by Hidden Valley Ranch
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Hidden Valley®
Time 3h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in the pot of a slow cooker. Sprinkle with the Hidden Valley® Ranch Seasoning mix and chili powder. Top with the onion, green chiles (with liquid), beans, and chicken broth. Stir together and cover. Cook on high heat for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Remove chicken, shred, and add back to the slow cooker. If creamy white chicken chili is desired, stir in heavy cream and cook on high heat just until warmed through and slightly thickened. Serve warm, topped with garnishes of choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 115.5 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 12.9 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1672.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SLOW-COOKER EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO
When you have 25 minutes of prep time, you can easily throw together this veggie-loaded take on the classic Alfredo dish. Roasted red peppers, mushrooms and chicken thighs are added to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours. Right before serving, stir broccoli and fettuccine into the creamy mixture. Top with Parmesan cheese for an easy, hands-off meal that everyone in your family will happily gobble up.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, layer chicken, mushrooms and roasted pepper strips. Drizzle with sherry. Evenly pour Alfredo sauce on top.
- Cover; cook on low setting for 5 to 6 hours.
- About 25 minutes before serving, rinse broccoli with warm water to thaw; drain well. Add broccoli to chicken mixture. Increase heat setting to high; cover and cook an additional 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook fettuccine to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain.
- Just before serving, stir cooked fettuccine into chicken mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 745, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 5 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 4 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TETRAZZINI
Creamy, cheesy and easy!
Provided by JENNG7
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 4h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the chicken strips, chicken broth, white wine, onion, salt, thyme, black pepper, and parsley into a slow cooker, and set the cooker on Low. Cover, and cook for about 5 hours, then raise setting to High. Stir in the mushrooms; mix the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl, and stir the mixture into the slow cooker. Recover, and cook until sauce is thickened, about 20 more minutes.
- Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- Mix the cooked spaghetti, half-and-half, and half the Parmesan cheese into the slow cooker. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 80.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 517.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
EASY SLOW COOKER ITALIAN CHICKEN SANDWICHES
This is a easy 5 ingredient recipe that tastes like a million. Great served on a crusty roll, toasted with garlic butter and provolone cheese.
Provided by Cheryl B from Kanka
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 6h10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in order of listing in slow cooker, and cook on low for 6 hours.
- Remove breast meat from slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return shredded meat back to slow cooler to reheat in warm liquid. Serve on italian bread or rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.1, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 45.3, Sodium 343.6, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 16.8
SUPER EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN
This is super easy and very tasty. You can make more or less; I usually feed my family of 4. My husband who doesn't like chicken says he would eat this every night without complaint.
Provided by JAMIE STRINGER
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Healthy
Time 3h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine soup, mushroom pieces, onion, chicken, and wine in slow cooker.
- Cook on Low setting for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 90.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 684.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
EASY SLOW COOKER THAI CHICKEN WITH BASIL
The secret ingredient for this recipe is Thai basil which has a unique taste. Most Asian markets have it and well stocked supermarkets as well. You can substitute with regular basil, but it won't have the typical Thai flavor.
Provided by gfDiva
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 6h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine chicken, bell pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, Thai chile, lime juice, rice vinegar, and ginger in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low until chicken is tender, about 5 1/2 hours. Add basil and cook until wilted into the sauce, about 30 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 792.8 mg, Sugar 1 g
EASY SLOW COOKER PULLED CHICKEN TACOS
I tried this one night with some ingredients that I had laying around the house. It turned out better than I thought it would. In fact, I'll be making it again and thought I would share. I serve with fresh avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
Provided by Kristin Lee K-Lee Conklin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican Main Dishes Tacos Chicken
Time 6h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Layer salsa, chicken, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, jalapeno, garlic, and corn in a slow cooker, in that order. Stir until everything is coated.
- Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 6 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred with 2 forks. Return to the slow cooker and mix with the sauce to coat.
- Serve with warm tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.9 calories, Carbohydrate 70.9 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1389.8 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
EASY ITALIAN CHICKEN AND POTATO SLOW COOKER RECIPE
Serve over warm toasted Italian or sour dough bread. Add a dash of parsley to make this dish an attractive meal at any dinner party. Serve over whole wheat pasta, traditional pasta or gnocchi to turn this meal into the perfect Sunday dinner. Turn the leftovers into a chicken and potato Italian sandwich. Drain the majority of the thin juice. Place on toasted sour dough bread, add mozzarella cheese and a dash of fresh basil. Bake until the cheese is melted. Serve over ready made garlic croutons.
Provided by muffin-maker
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth, spaghetti sauce, potatoes, onion, red pepper, crushed tomatoes, basil, chicken and mushrooms into a slow cooker. Stir to mix all ingredients.
- Cook in the slow cooker on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Add the ½ of the mozzarella cheese (4 ounces) and gently stir.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and parmigiano-reggiano cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.1, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 83.5, Sodium 1357.1, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 17.4, Protein 38.9
EASY SPICY THAI SLOW COOKER CHICKEN
This is an inexpensive, time-saving recipe for anyone who loves spicy Thai but can't always afford to get carry-out.
Provided by jescookin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 4h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir together the sesame salad dressing, Thai chili paste, ginger garlic paste, and peanut butter in a bowl until the mixture is well combined. Dip chicken pieces in the mixture, and place into a slow cooker. Pour the remaining sauce over the chicken. Set the cooker to Low, and cook 4 to 6 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1171.3 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN
Chicken and soup in the crock pot, what could be quicker and easier.
Provided by Linda
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut chicken breasts into large chunks.
- Place the chicken breasts, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup and the rice in a slow cooker. Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 52.9 g, Cholesterol 82.9 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1648 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are ideal for slow cooker recipes, as they cook evenly and stay moist.
- Season the chicken well: Before cooking, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and other desired spices or herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
- Add moisture to the slow cooker: To prevent the chicken from drying out, add some liquid to the slow cooker. This can be water, broth, or even a flavorful sauce.
- Cook the chicken on low heat: Slow cookers are designed to cook food at a low temperature over a long period of time. This helps to keep the chicken moist and tender.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. To prevent this, check the chicken for doneness after the recommended cooking time. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker chicken recipes are a convenient and delicious way to prepare a meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a little planning, you can create a variety of flavorful and satisfying dishes. So next time you're looking for an easy and hassle-free meal, give one of these slow cooker chicken recipes a try.
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