Herb-Infused Whole Chicken Wonder
Experience a comforting and hearty meal with this herb-infused whole chicken slow-cooked to perfection. Packed with fresh rosemary, basil, and thyme, each bite is a taste of home. The tender chicken is accompanied by aromatic garlic, sweet butternut squash, and hearty potatoes, all simmering in a savory broth that seeps into every ingredient, creating a warming dish your family will love.
ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs)
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, chopped
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Season the whole chicken generously inside and out with salt, pepper, and half of the chopped herbs.
- 2.
Place the quartered onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot.
- 3.
Add the chopped potatoes and butternut squash on top of the onions.
- 4.
Pour in the broth, ensuring there is enough liquid to cover the bottom of the crockpot.
- 5.
Nestle the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables, breast-side up.
- 6.
Scatter the remaining herbs and zucchini around the chicken, pressing them down gently.
- 7.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 8.
About 30 minutes before serving, add fresh spinach on top of the chicken to wilt.
- 9.
Remove the chicken carefully, carve, and serve with the delicious vegetables and broth.
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