Description
This recipe delivers incredibly tender and flavorful chicken breast with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights. A simple spice blend and slow cooking create a delicious, home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (600g / 1.3lb): Choose similar thickness.
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml): For searing.
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (5g): Adds smoky depth.
- 1 tsp ground cumin (2g): Warm, earthy flavor.
- 1 tsp dried oregano (2g): Mediterranean herb note.
- ½ tsp sea salt (2g): Enhances flavors.
- ¼ tsp black pepper (0.5g): Subtle heat.
- 1 lemon, zest & juice (30ml): Brightens the dish.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (10g): Savory depth.
- 1 cup vegetable broth (240ml): Keeps chicken juicy.
- ½ cup almond flour (60g): Gluten-free coating.
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped (8g): Vibrant garnish.
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds (12g): Adds crunch.
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry.
- Create Spice Blend: Combine almond flour, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; coat chicken.
- Sear Chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil for 2 minutes per side.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Add chicken, garlic, lemon, and broth to slow cooker.
- Slow Cook: Cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for 2-3 hours (until 75°C / 165°F).
- Rest & Slice: Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Reduce Sauce: Boil cooking liquid to concentrate flavors.
- Plate & Garnish: Drizzle sauce, sprinkle with almonds and parsley.
Notes
For best results, don’t skip the searing step. Using quality broth enhances the flavor. Fresh lemon juice is preferred over bottled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Poultry
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: chicken,slow cooker,easy,healthy,dinner,weeknight,breast,flavorful,comfort food