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Raw chicken breasts with garlic butter mixture in slow cooker

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken: A Cozy Dinner Solution

Tender chicken slow-cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce. Minimal prep, packed with flavor—perfect for busy nights and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 pounds
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a small bowl using the microwave or stovetop.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over them.
  4. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
  6. Remove chicken and place on serving plate—either shred or serve whole.
  7. Spoon remaining garlic butter sauce over the chicken.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Can use boneless thighs instead of breasts. Optional: broil chicken for crispy top. Safe internal temp: 165°F. Great with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.