🍗 Slow Cooker Sunday Chicken

“Set it before church and come home to the most tender chicken you’ve ever had.
The sauce is EVERYTHING.”
This is one of those magical recipes that feels fancy but takes almost no effort.

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (4–5 lb)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp butter, cut into pieces
• Optional: fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Season the Chicken

1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
2. Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs.
3. Rub seasoning all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible.

2️⃣ Prepare the Slow Cooker

1. Add chicken broth and smashed garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Place butter pieces in the liquid.
3. Set the chicken breast-side up in the slow cooker.
4. Add fresh herbs if using.

3️⃣ Slow Cook

1. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
2. The chicken is done when it’s fall-apart tender and reaches 165°F (74°C).

4️⃣ Optional Crisp Finish

1. For crispy skin, transfer chicken to a baking sheet.
2. Broil for 3–5 minutes until golden.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Mashed potatoes (don’t waste the sauce!)
• Rice or buttered noodles
• Roasted or steamed vegetables

✨ Tip

Spoon the slow-cooker juices over everything — this sauce is pure comfort gold.

❤️ One bite and this becomes a weekly tradition.