4 Hour Slow Cooker Whole Chicken

This slow cooker whole chicken recipe yields a juicy and flavorful result with minimal effort. Perfect for busy days when you want a delicious home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, and oregano to create a seasoning blend

Rub the whole chicken with olive oil, then generously season it with the prepared seasoning blend, both inside and out

Place the sliced onion, minced garlic, and lemon slices in the bottom of the slow cooker

Place the seasoned whole chicken on top of the onions, garlic, and lemon slices in the slow cooker

Pour chicken broth over the chicken

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before carving

Serve the juicy slow cooker whole chicken with your favorite side dishes

Enjoy