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Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe: Easy Weeknight Dinner for 4 Servings


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Standard

Description

Discover a simple Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe that transforms pantry staples into a comforting, protein rich dinner. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a savory broth of chicken broth, grape juice, butter, onion, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper, creating a luscious sauce perfect for spooning over rice, mashed potatoes or crusty bread. Ready in minutes, this quick meal delivers rich flavor and moist texture, making it an ideal weeknight solution for families seeking a wholesome, satisfying dish soon.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grape juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in slow cooker.
  2. Mix chicken broth, grape juice, butter, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; pour over chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low 6‑8 hours or high 3‑4 hours.
  4. Shred chicken with two forks and stir back into sauce.
  5. Serve over rice, potatoes, or bread.

Notes

  • For a spicier version
  • add a pinch of red‑pepper flakes. For extra richness
  • stir in a splash of coconut milk at the end of cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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