A Clean and Healthy Weeknight Dinner to Kick Off the New Year
After a holiday season full of festivities and indulgences, I’ve been craving a clean yet delicious meal, and this low effort Crockpot Chicken recipe is always my go to. With New Year’s resolutions in full swing, I’m constantly on the hunt for healthy recipes that make clean eating both easy and delicious. Whether it is lunch or dinner, this low effort Crockpot Chicken recipe is hands down the most frequently made (and requested) meal in my kitchen. Made in just a few simple steps, I prepare this foolproof recipe in the morning and it’s ready to enjoy by lunch or dinnertime. Seriously, just combine your ingredients and let the crockpot do the rest of the work! It can be served countless ways, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights or simple meal prep. I promise this recipe is simple, delicious, nutritious, and certain to become a weekly favorite.
Pssst, if you love meal prepping, this low effort Crockpot Chicken recipe will quickly become your new best friend! Make a batch at the beginning of the week and you’ll have endless meal options ready to go in no time. It’s such a great way to save time and minimize stress when hunger strikes. Whether you’re feeding the family, cooking for one, or planning ahead for a busy week, this low effort Crockpot Chicken recipe is the ultimate go to for easy, nourishing meals that never compromise on flavor. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll always want a batch on hand!
Ways to Serve
The room for culinary creativity with this recipe is truly endless. Though basic, I love serving the chicken over a bed of this rice. Sauté the rice with chicken broth, red onions, and a little parmesan cheese and thank me later! Another great option is serving in a tortilla or a lettuce wrap for an easy Taco Tuesday moment. I also love adding to salads, mixing into scrambled eggs, piling on top of a baked potato, or using as a filling for chicken enchiladas or chicken nachos. The possibilities are endless, which is exactly why this recipe stays on repeat in my kitchen.
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Clean and Easy Crockpot Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Halves
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Cup chicken broth
- ¼ Tsp. cumin
- ¼ Tsp. dried, minced garlic
- ¼ Tsp. chili powder
- ¼ Tsp. oregano
- ¼ Tsp. paprika
- ¼ Tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ Tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a crockpot.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add chicken broth.
- In a small bowl, mix spices and pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook according to your crockpot’s manufacturing instructions.
- Cool, shred, and serve as desired.
Notes
- I love to serve the chicken over a bed of this rice. I sauté the rice with chicken broth, red onions, and a bit of parmesan cheese for a delicious and clean meal.
- Serve in a wrap, on a salad, add to scrambled eggs, tacos, on top of a baked potato, stuffing for chicken enchiladas, or add to chicken nachos. The options are endless!
- This recipe is perfect to make in bulk and freeze.
- Adjust the spices to your preference or use your favorite seasoning.
- When preparing food in a crockpot, make sure you add 1 cup of liquid.
- I just replaced my slow cooker after 26 years (yes, it’s older than my daughter). Make sure to follow your manufacturer’s instructions for timing recommendations.
- I’ve made this recipe with frozen chicken breasts, (yes, I forgot to thaw) just adjust the cooking time.
