Crock Pot Whole Herbed Chicken

Transform dinner into an effortlessly delicious experience with this Crock Pot Whole Herbed Chicken recipe, a slow-cooked masterpiece that brings out the best in tender, juicy chicken infused with aromatic herbs. Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary, this whole chicken is stuffed with zesty lemons, fragrant garlic, and sweet onion, then cooked low and slow in a rich chicken broth base for maximum flavor. For an optional finishing touch, a quick broil in the oven gives the skin a beautifully crisp texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-pot meal delivers a hearty, wholesome dish that pairs wonderfully with your favorite sides. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners, this crock pot recipe is the definition of comfort food made easy.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Whole chicken
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 2 whole Lemons
• 5 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Remove the giblets from the cavity of the whole chicken and pat the chicken dry using paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.

Step 3

Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, including inside the cavity, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 4

Stuff the cavity of the chicken with one lemon (quartered), three garlic cloves, and half of the yellow onion (quartered).

Step 5

Slice the second lemon and layer the bottom of the crock pot along with the remaining onion and garlic cloves to form a base for the chicken.

Step 6

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.

Step 7

Carefully place the seasoned chicken into the crock pot breast-side up, sitting on the lemon, onion, and garlic slices.

Step 8

Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot around (not over) the chicken to maintain the seasonings.

Step 9

Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 6-7 hours, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thickest part of the meat.

Step 10

Optional: For a browned, crispy skin, carefully transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for about 5 minutes, watching closely to avoid overcooking.

Step 11

Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 12

Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2354.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	666.5

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 136.1mg	0%
Sodium 5443.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 42.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167.5mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1195.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 20.1%