Description
This recipe, inspired by America’s Test Kitchen, will guarantee a flavorful and moist chicken each time! For an extra flavor boost, consider sautéing onion and garlic in a separate skillet and then add it to the slow cooker when you roast the chicken.
Ingredients
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- 1 whole chicken (3–5 lbs)
- 1/2 c. water
- 2 bay leaves
- a few sprigs of fresh thyme and/or rosemary
- salt, pepper
Instructions
- Pour water into the slow cooker.
- Place chicken into the slow cooker BREAST SIDE DOWN. This is crucial to ensure moist meat.
- Add bay leaves and fresh herbs.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and turn to low for 4 hours.
- After 4 hours, check for doneness. Breast should register 165*F and thighs 170*F.
- Remove from chicken from crock and let rest for 15 minutes, tented with foil (ideally) or a large baking pan.
- Carve and serve.