Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Buttered Veggies

Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Buttered Veggies

🥘 Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1 chicken stock cube (optional)
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
  • 3-4 carrots, chopped into sticks
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • Place the whole chicken straight into the slow cooker (no water needed).
    • Crumble the chicken stock cube over the top.
    • Season with paprika, garlic powder, and dried herbs if desired.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables:
    • In a piece of aluminum foil, place the baby potatoes and carrots.
    • Add a knob of butter and season with salt and pepper.
    • Wrap the foil loosely to allow some steam circulation.
    • Place the foil packet in the slow cooker next to the chicken.
  3. Cooking Time:
    • Cook on high for 2 hours.
    • Then, turn to low and cook for an additional 5-6 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  4. Serving:
    • Remove the chicken and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
    • Unwrap the foil and serve the veggies alongside.
    • Enjoy your easy, juicy, and flavorful chicken dinner!

🥄 Pro Tip: You can also add onions, garlic cloves, or a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor!

Let me know if you want more variations or seasoning ideas! 😊

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