Description
This Slow Cooker Whole Chicken recipe offers a simple and delicious way to prepare a rotisserie-style chicken using your crock pot. Seasoned with a flavorful blend of brown sugar, smoked paprika, and spices, this tender and juicy chicken is cooked low and slow, then finished under the broiler for crispy skin. Perfect for an easy dinner and versatile leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 5 lb whole chicken (neck and giblets removed)
Seasoning Mix
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare seasoning mix: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly to form an even spice rub.
- Prepare slow cooker: Lightly coat the inside of a large slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Then roll a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil into a ring shape to serve as a rack inside the cooker.
- Season the chicken: Place the whole chicken on top of the foil ring in the slow cooker. Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the chicken, covering all surfaces for maximum flavor.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers at least 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for crispy skin: Carefully transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet or dish. Place it under the oven broiler for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin turns golden brown and crispy. Serve hot.
Notes
- This slow cooker whole chicken mimics the flavors of rotisserie chicken with minimal effort.
- Leftover chicken can be used in sandwiches, salads, soups, or casseroles.
- Using the foil ring rack elevates the chicken to allow even heat circulation.
- Be sure to check the internal temperature to ensure the chicken is fully cooked for safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 347 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 603 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 136 mg
