Description
A healthy and delicious low calorie, high protein crockpot chicken recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked with flavorful spices and vegetables for a satisfying, nutritious meal.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Place the sliced onion, minced garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini in the bottom of the crockpot.
Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt on both sides.
Lay the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the vegetables in the crockpot.
Pour the low sodium chicken broth evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the top.
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 4 hours and 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the chicken breasts and vegetables from the crockpot and place on a serving dish.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken and vegetables.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes