Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken Recipe

Name: Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 to 5 lbs.)

Servings: persons

2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 to 5 lbs.)

1
Place carrots and onion in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix garlic and oil. In another bowl, mix dry seasonings.
2
Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from chicken breast; rub garlic mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks.
3
Place chicken in slow cooker over carrots and onions, breast side up; sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads at least 170u00b0, 4-5 hours.
4
Remove chicken from slow cooker; tent with foil. Discard vegetables. Let chicken stand 15 minutes before carving.
5
Cool chicken pieces and any juices. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165u00b0, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

165

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken

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