Description
A delicious, high-protein chicken dish that’s simple to prepare in a slow cooker, perfect for busy lifestyles.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast or Thighs
- Seasonal Vegetables (Carrots, Bell Peppers, Zucchini)
- Spices (Garlic Powder, Paprika, Black Pepper)
- Dairy or Dairy Alternatives (Greek Yogurt or Coconut Milk)
- Recipe-Specific Ingredients (Chicken Broth, Soy Sauce)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming any excess fat and patting it dry.
- Create your spice mix by combining garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side (optional).
- Layer the vegetables in the slow cooker and place the chicken on top.
- Add chicken broth and soy sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the prepared spice mix evenly over the chicken.
- Set the timer for 6-8 hours on low or 4 hours on high.
- Shred the chicken once cooked and mix with the vegetables.
Notes
Experiment with cooking times based on your slow cooker. Mix a cornstarch slurry for a thicker sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: slow cooker, high-protein, chicken, easy dinner, comfort food, healthy recipe