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Savory Slow Cooker Roast Chicken plus a VIDEO from @handleheat - this is the perfect weeknight meal recipe!

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken

This super simple recipe for Savory Slow Cooker Chicken is a perfect weeknight meal! Watch the video to discover just how easy this recipe is.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Recipe by Tessa Arias

Ingredients

  • 4 carrots, peeled and cut into thirds
  • 2 small onions, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 4 medium red potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, depending on spice preference
  • 4 pound whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry with giblets removed

Directions

  1. Place the carrots, onions, potatoes, and peeled garlic cloves in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables. Rub the melted butter all over the chicken. In a small bowl combine the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and cayenne. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the entire chicken.
  3. Cook the slow chicken on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160-165°F. The cooking time will depend on the size of the chicken and the slow cooker.

Recipe Notes

If you prefer crispy chicken skin, place the whole chicken in a baking dish and broil for 5 minutes, or until the skin is crisp.