Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

So, here’s the thing about Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast — it’s the no-fuss hero we all need on days when life feels like one long to-do list. Picture this: juicy chicken that practically cooks itself. Toss in some things you probably already have lying around (hello pantry raid!), and let your slow cooker work its magic. Why bother? Well, because who needs more chaos at the end of the day? Trust, you’re gonna want this feel-good chicken recipe in your back pocket.

Honestly, this recipe has become the glue that holds my little family together on busy Tuesdays. Picture this: everyone scrambling around the house — my husband grumbling about missing socks and the kids turning the living room into an obstacle course. In the middle of it all, the smell of this chicken pulls us toward something resembling sanity. It’s a weirdly profound kind of comfort, knowing dinner is handling itself. We’ve laughed, cried, and probably spilled juice on the floors over this meal more times than I can count.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

– It’s lazy AF but tastes like you tried… kind of.
– You can forget about it and still win at dinner-making!
– Perfect for those days when wrangling kitchen gadgets seems like too much adulting.
– Makes leftovers — a.k.a. lunch done before I even think about it.

How to Make It

Okay, here’s the scoop: grab your ingredients, dump them in, stir if you’re feeling fancy, and hit start. You might forget and wander off, but that’s the beauty here — it’s forgiving. Leave it for a few hours. Dance in your kitchen. Or maybe fold that laundry pile from last week? Anyway, soon enough, you’ll have tender, delish chicken ready to make you look like you planned this all along.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Breasts: Your hero, even if forgotten in the fridge for a day. Just don’t let it go green!
– Brown Sugar: Adds that sweet touch. I don’t trust people who skip it.
– Soy Sauce: The umami wonder. But hey, use tamari if you’re dodging gluten.
– Sesame Oil: Gives it that hint of “fancy chef”. Skip if you must, but know you’ll miss its smoky allure.

Recipe Steps:
1. Pat chicken breasts dry; season them with salt and pepper.
2. Place them at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Mix brown sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl and pour over the chicken.
4. Set the slow cooker on low; walk away for about 4–5 hours.
5. Check tenderness; shred chicken if desired or leave whole.
6. Serve with joy, keeping interruptions minimal.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Serve it with a hearty bed of rice or pile it onto a fat sandwich roll. I’ve even used mine as taco stuffing because why not? If you’re feeling risky, pile on some roasted veggies or drizzle extra sauce over everything because we love extra, don’t we?

Storage Tips

Leftovers are your new best friend. Store them in an airtight thingy — you know the one. Fridge, about 4 days. Zap in the microwave or nibble cold when you can’t wait. Breakfast, lunch, dinner — chicken doesn’t mind.

Variations and Substitutions

You know, when life gives you whatever’s in the fridge. Honey works instead of brown sugar — sweet but sneaky. Tamari instead of soy sauce if gluten’s not your jam. Once, I emptied my spice cabinet just to see what chaos would ensue. Spoiler: it was still yum.

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast

This tender and juicy slow cooker chicken breast recipe is perfect for an effortless weeknight meal. Seasoned just right, it goes great with any side.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 3 hours hours

Total Time: 3 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• ▢ 1 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1 cup chicken broth
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Place the seared chicken into the slow cooker.
• Add minced garlic and pour chicken broth over the chicken.
• Cover and cook on low for 3 hours or until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
• Remove chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.