Slow Cooker Simple & Savory Chicken (Flour-Coated)

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This recipe offers a fuss-free way to create tender and flavorful chicken in your slow cooker. The flour coating adds a hint of thickness to the cooking juices, resulting in a satisfying broth-like sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1-2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2-3 cups chicken broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • Your favorite seasonings (optional – see suggestions below)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. This helps ensure even browning.
  2. Season the Flour: In a shallow dish or bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Slow Cooker Magic (Optional Browning Step): For a touch of caramelized flavor, heat the olive oil (if using) in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker.
  5. Add Broth and Seasonings (Optional): Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker. Here’s where you can get creative! Add your favorite seasonings like Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a kick.
  6. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily with a fork.
  7. Serve and Enjoy! Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and serve with rice, mashed potatoes, vegetables, or your favorite side dish. You can also shred the chicken and use it in tacos, sandwiches, or salads.

Optional Seasoning Ideas:

  • Italian Seasoning (1-2 teaspoons)
  • Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Onion powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Paprika (1-2 teaspoons)
  • Cayenne pepper (a pinch)
  • Taco seasoning packet (1 packet)
  • Lemon pepper seasoning (to taste)

Tips:

  • For thicker sauce, whisk together a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water) and stir it into the slow cooker juices during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces can also be used. Increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours, or until the chicken is very tender and the meat falls off the bone easily.

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