Description

Enjoy a foolproof crockpot chicken pot roast that turns a whole bird into a tender, juicy centerpiece with minimal effort. Carrots, potatoes, and onion nestle beneath the chicken, absorbing a broth flavored with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. After six hours on low, the meat falls off the bone and the vegetables are buttery soft. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one‑pot comfort meal offers wholesome flavor, easy cleanup, and leftovers that taste even better the next day. Enjoy with ric

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 lb whole chicken
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
4 potatoes, chopped
1 onion, sliced
3 cups chicken broth
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Place the chopped carrots, potatoes, and onion in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Season the chicken with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables.
Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Notes

For extra flavor
brown the chicken in a skillet before adding to the crockpot. Let the chicken rest 10 minutes before carving to retain juices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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