Crockpot Whole Chicken
An easy and delicious way to prepare a tender and juicy whole chicken using a Crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds) Choose a chicken that fits comfortably in your Crockpot.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used to help seasonings adhere to the chicken.
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 whole lemon, halved For added flavor, squeeze juice over chicken and place halves inside cavity.
- to taste Fresh herbs (optional, like thyme or rosemary) Stuff into the chicken cavity for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by taking the chicken out of its packaging and removing any giblets found inside the cavity.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to achieve crispy skin during cooking.
Seasoning
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken to help the seasonings stick.
- In a separate small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika; mix well.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring to coat every nook and cranny.
Cooking
- Squeeze the juice of the halved lemon over the chicken and place squeezed halves inside the cavity.
- If using fresh herbs, stuff them into the cavity as well.
- Place the seasoned chicken into your Crockpot, breast side up, cover, and set the Crockpot to low for 6 to 7 hours.
- Cook until the juices run clear when pierced, ensuring it’s fully cooked.
Serving
- After cooking, carefully remove the chicken from the Crockpot and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve with your favorite sides and drizzle some of the juices from the Crockpot over the chicken.
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Notes
If you want crispy skin, broil the chicken for a few minutes after cooking. Use leftovers for salads, wraps, or sandwiches.