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Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Stuffing Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours
  • Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Stuffing recipe offers a hands-off approach to a comforting and flavorful meal. Tender, juicy chicken infused with aromatic herbs is slow-cooked alongside a medley of vegetables. The savory herb stuffing soaks up the delicious cooking juices, making it a perfect complete dish for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced

Chicken

  • 5 lbs whole chicken

Flavorings and Seasonings

  • 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried sage (or oregano as a substitute)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Stuffing

  • 6 oz box of Stove Top stuffing (savory herb style recommended; you may use chicken, turkey, or cornbread varieties)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Clean the inside cavity of the whole chicken by removing any extra parts or packaging and discard them to ensure a neat cooking process.
  2. Add Vegetables and Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the diced carrots, onion, and celery at the bottom of the slow cooker. Nestle the cleaned whole chicken on top of the vegetables for even flavor infusion.
  3. Season the Chicken: Pour the melted salted butter evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle dried thyme, dried sage (or oregano), paprika, salt, and pepper on the chicken to season it beautifully, enhancing both flavor and appearance.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on low heat setting for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Prepare the Stuffing: Once the chicken is done, carefully remove it to a platter and cover with foil to keep warm. Measure the liquid left in the slow cooker and remove excess, leaving only about 1.5 cups of liquid along with the cooked vegetables. (Reserve extra liquid for gravy or other recipes if desired.)
  6. Cook the Stuffing in the Slow Cooker: Add the 6 oz box of Stove Top stuffing mix to the vegetables and 1.5 cups of reserved cooking liquid. Replace the lid and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors and soften.
  7. Finish and Serve: Fluff the stuffing with a fork to separate and lighten it. For presentation, you can place the chicken back on top of the stuffing in the slow cooker or slice the chicken and serve it separately alongside the stuffing.

Notes

  • Accurately measuring the cooking liquid to match the stuffing package instructions is key for perfect stuffing texture.
  • If sage is not available, oregano serves as a suitable and tasty herb substitute.
  • Removing excess liquid before adding the stuffing prevents sogginess and ensures the stuffing has the right consistency.
  • Reserving extra cooking juices can be used later for making delicious gravy or enhancing other dishes.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on slow cooker model and chicken size; always ensure the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 29 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 135 mg

Find it online: https://jessicasrecipes.com/slow-cooker-whole-chicken-with-stuffing-recipe/