This hearty Slow Cooked Chicken recipe transforms simple cut-up chicken into a tender, comforting meal with minimal effort. The chicken is dredged in flour and browned in butter before being slow-cooked for hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. A thickened gravy coats each piece, creating a satisfying texture that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or a crisp green salad. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gathering with family, offering home-style warmth without the fuss. Simple ingredients create a robust flavor profile that is both filling and delicious.
Slow Cooked Chicken Salad
Description
This hearty Slow Cooked Chicken recipe transforms simple cut-up chicken into a tender, comforting meal with minimal effort. The chicken is dredged in flour and browned in butter before being slow-cooked for hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. A thickened gravy coats each piece, creating a satisfying texture that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or a crisp green salad. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gathering with family, offering home-style warmth without the fuss. Simple ingredients create a robust flavor profile that is both filling and delicious.Ingredients
Directions
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Pat the cut-up chicken pieces dry and coat them thoroughly with the flour.
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Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Brown the flour-coated chicken pieces in the melted butter until golden on all sides.
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Drain off any excess fat from the skillet.
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Transfer the browned chicken to a slow cooker.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
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Dissolve the remaining flour in a small amount of water to create a smooth slurry.
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Stir the flour slurry into the chicken mixture in the slow cooker.
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Turn the slow cooker setting to high and cook for an additional 30 to 40 minutes to thicken the gravy.
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Serve the chicken and gravy hot with rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 168.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.2g15%
- Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
- Cholesterol 38.4mg13%
- Sodium 69.0mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.4g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 8.3g17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.