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Whole Chicken Slow Cooker Recipe

A simple and delicious whole chicken recipe made in a slow cooker.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Chicken about 4-5 lbs
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 1 whole Lemon halved
  • 4 cloves Garlic peeled

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry.
  2. 2. Mix all the spices together in a small bowl.
  3. 3. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, inside and out.
  4. 4. Place the lemon halves and garlic cloves inside the chicken cavity.
  5. 5. Place the chicken in the slow cooker, breast side up.
  6. 6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  7. 7. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before carving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Slow Cooker
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