Slow Cooker Spiced Whole Chicken

Until about a year ago it never occurred to me that you could cook a whole chicken in a crock pot. Not only is cooking whole chicken in a crock pot exceptionally easy, but it is very healthy as well. Because so much moisture builds up in the crock pot, there’s no need to add any fat.

I just place the spice-coated chicken on top of a bed of sliced onions for extra flavor, put the lid on the crock pot and let it cook away while I go about my day. Six hours later I have the most tender and juicy chicken. This Slow Cooker Spiced Whole Chicken is great on its own or you can use it in a wrap, a quesadilla, or on top of a salad.

How Long To Cook Whole Chicken in Slow Cooker

Note: If you have a newer crock pot which tend to cook hotter on LOW, your chicken may be done well before 6 hours. It is harder to dry meat out in the crock pot, but it is possible if you cook it way too long, so be mindful. My crock pot, which I have had for at least 15 years, just developed a crack. 🙁 Looks like I am going to be cooking with a newer model from now on and I’m not happy about it.

Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Storage

Leftovers will keep for 4 to 5 days in an airtight container in the refigerator, making it perfect for meal prep.

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More Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

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• Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken
• Slow Cooker Garlic Peach Chicken Legs
• Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy
• Crock Pot Chipotle Pulled Chicken

Recipe Source: adapted from Everyday Paleo Cookbook

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