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a whole chicken roasted in the Crockpot

CrockPot Whole Chicken

This crockpot whole chicken cooks low and slow with simple seasonings until the meat is tender, juicy, and falling off the bone. It is a hands off dinner that leaves you with plenty of leftover chicken for sandwiches, soups, and salads all week long.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Optional crisping time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Gluten-free, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 387 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pound whole chicken 3-4 pounds will fit in most 6-quart slow cookers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Remove the giblets (the internal organs of the chicken, usually stored in a little pouch), rinse the chicken, and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Place the chicken directly into the slow cooker. Do not add any liquid.
  • Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the thickest part of the breast is 165ºF and tender.
  • Optional: transfer to a hot oven and cook at 425ºF for 15–20 minutes to crisp and brown up the skin.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 697mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 267IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg
Keyword chicken, crockpot, slow cooker
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