Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Herbs: A Cozy Family Favorite
This recipe is perfect for those busy days when you want dinner ready with minimal effort, and it delivers flavor the entire family will love.
Equipment
- slow cooker/crock pot
Ingredients
- 2 carrots (sliced or diced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 celery ribs (sliced or diced)
- 4-5 lb. whole chicken
- ½ cup salted butter (melted)
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary & thyme of each
- 2-3 leaves of fresh sage
- ½ tsp paprika
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the chicken from the packaging and remove anything from the cavity. Arrange the carrots, onion and celery in the bottom of the slow cooker, then place the chicken on top.
- Pour the melted butter over the chicken. Sprinkle with paprika, salt and pepper, then place the rosemary, thyme and sage on top. Cover and cook on Low for 7–8 hours or High for 4–5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove and discard the herb sprigs and sage leaves. Carefully transfer the chicken to a serving platter and let it rest briefly before carving.
- Optional Stuffing: After removing the chicken, add two 6-ounce boxes of stuffing mix directly to the juices and cooked vegetables remaining in the slow cooker. Stir well and let stand for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve alongside the chicken.
Notes
- The paprika adds color to the chicken since the skin will not get crispy in the slow cooker.
Nutrition
Calories: 786kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 56g | Fat: 61g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 267mg | Sodium: 333mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 978IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg
Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.
