The Best Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

205 mins
Serves 4
https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/how-to-slow-cook-chicken-breast/

Directions

  1. 1Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker bowl with enough space between them.
  2. 2Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker bowl with enough space between them.
  3. 3Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker bowl with enough space between them.
  4. 4Pour water or broth to barely cover the chicken.
  5. 5Pour water or broth to barely cover the chicken.
  6. 6Pour water or broth to barely cover the chicken.
  7. 7Sprinkle with salt, pepper, or desired seasonings/marinades.
  8. 8Sprinkle with salt, pepper, or desired seasonings/marinades.
  9. 9Sprinkle with salt, pepper, or desired seasonings/marinades.
  10. 10Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  11. 11Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  12. 12Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  13. 13Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165 degrees F.
  14. 14Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165 degrees F.
  15. 15Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165 degrees F.
  16. 16Remove chicken and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before using it in your recipes or shredding it
  17. 17Remove chicken and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before using it in your recipes or shredding it
  18. 18Remove chicken and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before using it in your recipes or shredding it

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 0.5 cup water or chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup water or chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 freshly ground salt & black pepper
  • 1 freshly ground salt & black pepper
  • 1 freshly ground salt & black pepper
  • 1 one of our delicious chicken marinades
  • 1 one of our delicious chicken marinades
  • 1 one of our delicious chicken marinades

Equipment

slow cookermeat thermometer

Tips

  • Use organic chicken for juicier results.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
  • Add marinades or sauces for extra flavor.
  • Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting or shredding to seal in juices