Description
A simple and delicious crockpot whole chicken recipe that results in tender, flavorful meat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, quartered
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or parsley)
Instructions
- Rub the chicken with olive oil.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Place the lemon quarters and herbs inside the chicken cavity.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Serve with your favorite sides.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use the drippings for gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: crockpot whole chicken recipes, slow cooker chicken, easy chicken recipes