Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Garlic
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Garlic. This effortless recipe yields juicy, tender chicken infused with the rich flavors of garlic and herbs. Perfect for busy families, it fills your home with mouthwatering aromas and guarantees a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Enjoy on its own or paired with your favorite sides for a delightful dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 10 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry. Season generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Place 5 cloves of garlic inside the cavity. Crush the remaining cloves and spread them under the skin for added flavor.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, thyme, and rosemary; rub over the chicken.
- Transfer the chicken to a slow cooker, breast side up, adding any leftover garlic around it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before carving; serve with juices from the slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken (approximately 4 oz or 113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg