Crockpot Whole Chicken
The easiest Slow Cooker Whole Chicken! Crock pot Rotisserie chicken is easier than you think and this crock pot whole chicken literally falls off the bone.
Servings: 8
Cost: $9.10 Recipe, $1.14 per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (4-6 lbs)
- 2 onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Peel and slice 2 onions into large, thick slices and place them in an even layer at the bottom of the crock pot.
- Place 1 whole chicken (4–6 lbs) in the crock pot on top of the onions, breast side up. Use a basting brush to rub 2 tablespoons olive oil all over the skin of the chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix together ½ teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken and use the basting brush to spread the oil and seasonings across the surface of the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot.
- Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice and serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
If you want to have crispy skin like you get with roasted chicken, place the chicken in a baking dish or cookie sheet and broil for 4-5 minutes. Just keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn!
Refrigerate the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5-7 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 359mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
