Melt-in-Your-Mouth Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast
Discover the secret to perfectly moist poultry with this Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast recipe. Using a garlic-lemon butter infusion, this hands-off method transforms lean meat into a melt-in-your-mouth dinner or meal-prep staple. Low carb, high protein, and ready with only 10 minutes of prep.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Ingredients
Seasoned Chicken
- 2 lbs chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Slow Cooker Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter cubed
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp thyme dried or fresh sprigs
Instructions
- Create the Spice Blend: In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning. Whisk well.
- Season the Poultry: Pat the 2 lbs of chicken breasts dry. Coat them liberally on all sides with the spice mixture, pressing the spices into the meat.
- Build the Sauce Base: In the slow cooker, add 0.5 cup chicken broth, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp thyme. Stir gently.
- Layer and Cook: Place seasoned chicken into the liquid. Top with 4 tbsp cubed butter. Cover and cook on High for 3-4 hours or Low for 6-7 hours.
- Finish: Ensure internal temp reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and shred using a mixer or slice to serve.
Notes
Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain temperature and moisture levels. For easier shredding, use a hand mixer while the chicken is still warm.