Let your slow cooker handle the heavy lifting with Crock Pot Whole Chicken. This recipe yields a juicy, delicious whole chicken that’s ideal for family meals and makes a great option for meal prepping.
Ingredients
Salt: 4 teaspoons (consider using 2 teaspoons based on recipe reviews)
Paprika: 2 teaspoons
Cayenne Pepper: 1 teaspoon
Onion Powder: 1 teaspoon
Thyme: 1 teaspoon
White Pepper: 1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Roasting Chicken: 1 large (preferably with a pop-up timer)
Chopped Onion: 1 cup (optional)
Directions
Step 1: Mix all spices together in a small bowl.
Step 2: Prepare the chicken by removing any giblets and cleaning it.
Step 3: Apply the spice mixture evenly over the chicken.
Step 4: Place the seasoned chicken in a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate overnight. (If you’re short on time, this step can be skipped.)
Step 5: When ready to cook, put the chopped onion at the bottom of the crock pot.
Step 6: Add the chicken on top of the onion. No additional liquid is needed as the chicken will produce its own juices.
Step 7: Cook on low for 4 to 8 hours.
Note: A pop-up timer is highly recommended because crock pots vary in cooking times; this recipe usually takes 4-5 hours in my crock pot. For a twist, you can skip the onion and stuff a quartered lemon or two into the chicken cavity instead.