Best 20 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

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Slow cooker chicken is a convenient and versatile dish that can be easily prepared and enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a flavorful and tender chicken dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you prefer classic comfort food or something with a more exotic flair, there is a slow cooker chicken recipe out there to suit your taste. Let's explore some of the best slow cooker chicken recipes that will surely tantalize your taste buds and make your next meal a memorable one.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings image

This is an easy slow cooker recipe that cooks while you are at work! It is wonderful on a cold, snowy day. I have four children who are picky eaters, and they LOVE this! Enjoy!

Provided by Janiece Mason

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes     Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 onion, finely diced
2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, butter, soup, and onion in a slow cooker, and fill with enough water to cover.
  • Cover, and cook for 5 to 6 hours on High. About 30 minutes before serving, place the torn biscuit dough in the slow cooker. Cook until the dough is no longer raw in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1244.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

WHOLE CHICKEN SLOW COOKER RECIPE



Whole Chicken Slow Cooker Recipe image

Makes great, spicy, juicy chicken with little work. Get a chicken with a pop-up timer if you can.

Provided by bhbitts

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 12h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 whole whole chicken

Steps:

  • Mix salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, thyme, white pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Rub seasoning mixture over the entire chicken to evenly season. Put rubbed chicken into a large resealable plastic bag; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove chicken from bag and cook in slow cooker on Low until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 4 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1239 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup image

A slow cooker chicken noodle soup with chicken, green onions, carrots, celery, and noodles.

Provided by Megan S

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 6h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 cups water
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
4 cubes chicken bouillon
4 teaspoons dried parsley
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 ounces egg noodles

Steps:

  • Place chicken, water, celery, carrot, green onion, chicken bouillon, parsley, bay leaf, seasoned salt, salt, dried basil, and pepper into the bottom of a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low until chicken breasts are no longer pink in the centers, 5 to 6 hours.
  • Remove and discard bay leaf. Remove chicken, shred using 2 forks, and return to the pot. Stir in egg noodles.
  • Cover and continue to cook on Low until noodles are tender, 20 to 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1055.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

SLOW COOKER LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN II



Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken II image

Seasoned, browned chicken breasts slow cooked with lemon juice, garlic, and chicken bouillon. A wonderful 'fix and forget' recipe that is easy and pleases just about everyone. Great served with rice or pasta, or even alone.

Provided by Carla Joy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture into chicken. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken in butter for 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Place chicken in a slow cooker.
  • In the same skillet, mix the water, lemon juice, garlic, and bouillon. Bring the mixture to boil. Pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover, and cook on High for 3 hours, or Low for 6 hours. Add the parsley to the slow cooker 15 to 30 minutes before the end of the cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 347.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WITH STUFFING



Slow Cooker Chicken with Stuffing image

Delicious and easy. Great to come home to a fully cooked meal that's ready to eat!

Provided by Beth Charnock

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 7h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (6 ounce) box stuffing mix
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Place chicken into bottom of a slow cooker. Pour broth over chicken. Mix soup, stuffing, and water in a bowl; spoon on top of chicken.
  • Cook on Low for 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1465.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SLOW-COOKER ROAST CHICKEN



Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken image

It's easy to make a whole chicken in a slow cooker. We save the shredded chicken to use during busy weeks. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 to 5 lbs.)

Steps:

  • Place carrots and onion in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix garlic and oil. In another bowl, mix dry seasonings., Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from chicken breast; rub garlic mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. , Place chicken in slow cooker over carrots and onions, breast side up; sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads at least 170°., Remove chicken from slow cooker; tent with foil. Discard vegetables. Let chicken stand 15 minutes before carving., Freeze option: Cool chicken pieces and any juices. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 44g protein.

HERBED SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN



Herbed Slow-Cooker Chicken image

I use my slow cooker to prepare these well-seasoned chicken breasts that cook up moist and tender. My daughter, who has two young sons to keep up with, shared this great recipe with me several years ago. I now rely on cooking chicken in a Crock Pot many days a week.-Sundra Hauck, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients and, if desired, browning sauce; rub over chicken. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add broth. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET HAWAIIAN SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Sweet Hawaiian Slow-Cooker Chicken Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by snickadoodle

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds chicken tenderloin chunks
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup soy sauce
rice, cooked, for serving

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce together in the slow-cooker. Set the crockpot on low and cook for 6 to 8 hours. Serve over cooked rice.

ZESTY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BARBECUE



Zesty Slow Cooker Chicken Barbecue image

Use your slow cooker to prepare this great twist on basic barbecue chicken. Throw the chicken breasts in frozen, and serve with baked potatoes.

Provided by Zanne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 frozen skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce
½ cup Italian salad dressing
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker. In a bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, Italian salad dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over the chicken.
  • Cover, and cook 3 to 4 hours on High or 6 to 8 hours on Low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1058.4 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN PARMESAN



Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan image

s my love making this satisfying dish--it's easy and elegant, and the slow cooker minimizes my time in the kitchen. I make this during football season, too. For game days, I skip the pasta and serve the chicken on submarine rolls with a bit of the sauce and some chopped lettuce. You could also cut the chicken breasts in half and make sliders. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
4 (6 ounces each ) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
Hot cooked pasta, optional

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, pepper and salt. In another bowl, combine egg and water. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then in crumb mixture to coat both sides, patting to help coating adhere., Transfer chicken to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over chicken. Cook, covered, on low for 4-6 hours or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. Top with cheese, recover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted. If desired, serve with hot cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 171mg cholesterol, Sodium 1689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

EASY SLOW COOKER WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili image

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

3 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans, undrained
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
2 (15.25 ounce) cans corn, undrained
3 onions, diced
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 rotisserie chicken, boned and cubed
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chile peppers, undrained
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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

SLOW COOKER TERIYAKI CHICKEN



Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken image

This is a very easy and delicious slow cooker recipe for teriyaki chicken with only 5 ingredients. Serve over rice.

Provided by Maria Labrador Harper

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup chicken broth
½ cup teriyaki sauce
4 tablespoons brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound chicken, diced

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, and garlic in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss with the sauce until well mixed. Pour into the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is done, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 52.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1385 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

CHICKEN CACCIATORE IN A SLOW COOKER



Chicken Cacciatore in a Slow Cooker image

This is a very simple meal to make. You just throw everything in the crock pot and let it cook during the day. I like to serve this over thin spaghetti (especially garlic and herb thin spaghetti when I can find it).

Provided by LDP5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (such as Classico® Cabernet Marinara with Herbs)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¼ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
½ yellow onion, minced
½ green bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker; stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato paste, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is tender, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow onion, boneless, skinless chicken breast, taco seasoning, garlic, lime, canned diced tomatoes with green chiles, flour tortilla, cheese, sour cream, guacamole

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut in half
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
4 cloves garlic, diced
1 lime
10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
flour tortilla
cheese, optional
sour cream, optional
guacamole, optional

Steps:

  • Add half of the sliced peppers and onions to your slow cooker.
  • Layer the chicken and coat all sides with taco seasoning.
  • Top with garlic, the juice from one lime, and tomatoes (be sure to drain).
  • Add the remaining peppers and onions, cover and any remaining lime juice.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Remove chicken and cut/shred into slices (chicken left longer will tend to shred more - cook to your preference).
  • Return the sliced chicken to the slow cooker to marinate in the juices for about 10 more minutes (on LOW) until ready to serve.
  • NOTE: If you find that there is too much liquid, you can remove till there is a desired amount before serving.
  • Assemble Fajitas to your liking - we recommend topping with cheese, sour cream, and guacamole!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SLOW COOKER BARBECUE CHICKEN BREAST



Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Breast image

A super easy recipe for barbecue chicken. You can also serve four people with this recipe, just add two more breasts and a second bottle of barbecue sauce.

Provided by Jayson Pittman

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce, divided
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on all sides. Place in slow cooker and pour 1/4 cup barbecue sauce and vinegar on top.
  • Cook on Low for 3 hours.
  • Combine brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  • Pour out all the liquid from the slow cooker and add remaining barbecue sauce. Sprinkle chicken with brown sugar-spice mixture.
  • Cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 3 more hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.4 calories, Carbohydrate 114.1 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 3465.7 mg, Sugar 86.3 g

EASY SLOW COOKER SALSA CHICKEN



Easy Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken image

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

3 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 (15.5 ounce) jar salsa
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers

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

SLOW-COOKER ROTISSERIE-STYLE CHICKEN



Slow-Cooker Rotisserie-Style Chicken image

All you need is four ingredients and a slow cooker to make an incredibly moist and meltingly tender crockpot whole chicken that's way better than the store-bought version.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 whole chicken (3 to 4 lb)

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, stir together brown sugar, chili powder and salt.
  • Pat chicken dry, both inside and outside, with paper towels. Rub chicken all over with brown sugar mixture.
  • Place chicken, breast-side up, in slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours or until legs move easily when lifted or twisted and thermometer inserted in thickest part of inside thigh reads at least 165°F. Remove chicken from slow cooker; let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER HAWAIIAN CHICKEN



Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken image

Delicious chicken. Serve over rice. Smells amazing.

Provided by SammiB

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 pounds chicken breast
1 (18 ounce) bottle honey barbecue sauce
1 (15.25 ounce) can sliced pineapple
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Put chicken breasts into the crock of a slow cooker; top with barbeque sauce, pineapple slices, and soy sauce.
  • Cook on High for 4 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 78.1 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 727.8 mg, Sugar 23.1 g

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup image

The best meals are the ones that take little effort while still earning that homemade label, and this Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is the perfect example. This easy-prep chicken tortilla soup recipe simmers for hours while you prep it in just 15 minutes. Come home to amazing flavors like green chiles, diced tomatoes, cumin, cilantro and tasty tortilla chips. Check out our step-by-step directions for how to make this tortilla soup in a slow cooker, and sit down to something delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn, red and green peppers, drained
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ red enchilada sauce
1 cup chopped onions
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 cups tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add broth, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, onions, green chiles, cumin and chili powder to slow cooker; stir to combine. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken to skillet; sprinkle with pepper. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides. Place chicken in slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours or until chicken is cooked through (at least 165°F in center). Remove chicken from slow cooker to plate; shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in cilantro. Top each serving with crushed tortilla chips and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize About 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup image

This slow cooker version of the classic soup is super easy to make. We used chicken thighs because they're less expensive than breasts and tend not to dry out. If you like, skip the noodles and stir in your favorite cooked grain at the end.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 3 large carrots)
6 ounces celery, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 5 large stalks)
1/4 small onion, peeled and root end intact
2 large sprigs parsley, plus 1/4 cup chopped leaves
2 large sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
6 ounces wide egg noodles (about 4 cups)
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the carrots and celery together in the slow cooker. Add the onion, sprigs parsley, thyme, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Rub the chicken thighs all over, including under the skin, with 1 teaspoon salt total, and put them on top of the vegetables. Add the chicken broth. Cover, and cook on low for 8 hours. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, remove the chicken and stir in the noodles.
  • While the noodles cook, remove and discard the chicken skin and bones and shred the chicken-it will mostly fall apart on its own. When the noodles are done, turn off the cooker, remove the parsley and thyme stems, and add the shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Taste, and add more lemon juice and salt as needed. Stir in a good amount of pepper and the chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for slow cooking. They will cook evenly and remain moist.
  • Season the chicken well: Use a variety of seasonings to flavor the chicken, such as garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, chili powder, or dried herbs.
  • Use a good quality slow cooker: A slow cooker that maintains a consistent temperature is essential for successful slow cooking. Make sure the slow cooker is large enough to accommodate the chicken and other ingredients.
  • Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts or thighs. Check the chicken with a meat thermometer to make sure it has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add vegetables and other ingredients to the slow cooker: Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, onions, and celery are all good choices for slow cooking. You can also add beans, rice, or pasta.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad are all good choices.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker chicken is a delicious and easy way to cook chicken. With a little planning, you can have a flavorful and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal, give slow cooker chicken a try.

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