Slow Cooker Whole Chicken (2024)

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This slow cooker whole chicken is super simple to prep for spicy, juicy chicken with little work. Get a chicken with a pop-up timer if you can.

Submitted bybhbitts

Updated on May 6, 2024

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

4 hrs

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

12 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 whole chicken

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Ingredients

4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 whole chicken

Directions

Gather the ingredients.
Mix salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, thyme, white pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
Rub seasoning mixture over entire chicken to evenly season.
Put rubbed chicken into a large resealable plastic bag; refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
Remove chicken from the bag and cook in a slow cooker on Low until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 4 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

From the Editor

Some reviewers of this recipe have suggested cutting the salt in half for better flavor.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

230	Calories
13g	Fat
1g	Carbs
26g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories230
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g	16%
Saturated Fat4g	18%
Cholesterol103mg	34%
Sodium1239mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate1g	0%
Dietary Fiber1g	2%
Total Sugars0g
Protein26g	52%
Vitamin C1mg	1%
Calcium22mg	2%
Iron2mg	12%
Potassium229mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.