{"id":245413,"date":"2026-03-11T03:10:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T03:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=245413"},"modified":"2026-03-11T03:10:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T03:10:01","slug":"slow-cooker-chicken-dinner-recipes","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/articles\/read\/245413\/slow-cooker-chicken-dinner-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow Cooker Chicken Dinner Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We are going to make your busy weeknights easier and tastier with these slow cooker chicken dinner recipes. From classic Crock Pot chicken and dumplings to savory cola chicken and creamy chicken meals, these slow cooker recipes turn basic chicken into hearty, flavorful, and satisfying meals. Add the ingredients to the Crock Pot, set the time, and go on with your day; these dinners practically cook themselves.<br \/>\n<!-- Recipe Roundup 6306186987044864 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-chicken-and-dumplings-4.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/bNL0XeZ2rs7GttCRqKA7yWbQLRPoVebDVwu-QjSxZ7xtVdVIMUikEH3CNB4aSprSfD27EoLzU2KWTz38V-srJV4WrNxUyqRl7gmuhTOdvuZxcS6_lxF55A\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CINDY PUGA<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SAN ANTONIO, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/P6-UhGZWgVWWFVJIv53eU4rncsXSZrC3QdCi0Haj_Rj57_Nj4xbCxXtIpC39l0RDUmsL38L4XrAIzN8ivfzdxFks4UPE1Rk5opr_Aw=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-chicken-and-dumplings-4.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is a great recipe you can put in the Crock Pot in the morning as you go out the door, and it is ready when you get home. This is a great homemade dinner for the family.&#8221; &#8211; Cindy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-honey-chicken-and-rice.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/uVWIOxXS1ntp9kCxwVVvFZm5yK-cJ1SY8UcHplPKql9BmzDPPFDpMlxdzO5_Y8UNPdMCmDX6zYZMR94SV5bJe_exD7lq5LVCudCvNiHGOHP3PU86lOSj\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">OPAL JACKSON-CAKMAK<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">BIRMINGHAM, AL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/yVAlr2KzoVlKIxGHntRaMLofnFfuNlJneQ0u8HmfnhZ2LmJCESAc2u7FLi6KkYZ_4ZIn1rzhU44xRmNIqwIl75T4-eu5mlcCWLyGv0E=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-honey-chicken-and-rice.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crock Pot Honey Chicken and Rice<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;An easy and delicious Crock Pot chicken.&#8221; &#8211; Opal<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crockpot-chicken-and-gravy-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/EPJchn0Svgr5TuAt9mUhrZV7YkVabslMofu1gWS7iymEt6ADiP8yd331Pk-5tULE6V1J5eytt2dB4LcsLswQu9hT7WiCYfbvgKouaifgb0l2ODyO7Gw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CAROL DAVIS<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SILVER CITY, NM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/lmRX6fHXjTNBr7B9GCJT5Vj4ZbEzi5NNj2j7rzRg4klxZ5-pGgKR8vzGu0dFVZIQeKCNqzRkrU4tmR8EkBBjXa7Y2ipzvcAz0gPXYw=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crockpot-chicken-and-gravy-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is our ultimate comfort food. It&#8217;s so easy and delicious. Serve it over mashed potatoes, biscuits, or whatever you like. So good, this stuff would taste great on a flip-flop.&#8221; &#8211; Carol<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-cola-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Bau5cU80wAK7smtpM6a4jfd9ov036y9qa7m57G_6SXvcJY7r9Bf7uBqBUt9wj7R6onCkytlg4KYLCobJW1L34YMNnQUlOJjRM-nFdgpQgJPqFUFUfXXB\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DONNA SUTTON<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">LAKE CHARLES, LA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/cHO_WypCe9kBK-0utaZMbN-vFOf3MIdBp2SWVUvVLhP3PHg5Ml1rO4EFfTGsjv_ZVgQBSSjmD32SH2fD4Mxi1hl_PBPPteOtAP1e99E=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-cola-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slow Cooker Cola Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Definitely kid-approved. I usually serve it over rice or egg noodles. I have also used a whole chicken, bone-in chicken legs, or chicken breast; but the boneless skinless chicken thighs work out better for my family&#8217;s tastes.&#8221; &#8211; Donna<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/creamy-slow-cooker-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/f346N1YspCSN4P5olUMo4ineMszDNj-5BlYAbhxm6G-hUBSCHVQ-LmENutwMEbdTOxj4c7MowiyksdTILHlTLfRu8EX3wagSVg9FINa3klEj5rz1pOo8\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FEATURED BLOGGER <\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ADrOTxRjcmqfedLJqk3fj42ltYdwTFC9pwYdoZHFGJO4vvqly7uOP0z_XTaoFcdXMvEP3vZWObo6DckQ7HcXwufkkh5kARCup3wmGbo=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/creamy-slow-cooker-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Savory, filling, and full of flavor this super easy creamy slow cooker chicken is a perfect budget-friendly meal the whole family will love.&#8221; &#8211; Debbie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-greek-chicken-gyros.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/jcIIDSQRCfakpfcY9cG9PmgE5NenK9qpwzhc5joe0p2_OeP7EYSrHmmFHrKui1-Q24tqyz9AZ6dct6ZQ_zNyTjdzUZlyWpSwbRGMRoGWiPxDCDDIwKZ4zQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CHRISSY HACKLEY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">VESTAL, NY<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/iDfik7PW_GI4rk_SVIDjG1uO_WBYAV4W3O_4_TlkA5mfCzrcXYrCdCwDo8sf4OX4guPG--m3PRWvgxpuZ8zm2pvLAI6RfD-Ap_CPX3n92h1Z4eMZFkhaRA=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-greek-chicken-gyros.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Gyros<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I love Gyros! I came up with a recipe for chicken with all the flavors I love in Gyros. It is super easy. Just dump it in the slow cooker and let it do its magic.&#8221; &#8211; Chrissy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-work-day-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/IFreW9iK66hXpo3lalZ1GXU9-1q0Ctts05x3kZqG4_is_smJhf9OKSdpYYz-jExRkuaUYM-clnxjXVOUHEZ-6VKJeHS52yChvr2gWtcOClvXFp3HDofGbw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MOLLIE RHEA<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">LAKEVIEW, OR<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/FtfuGoPgsEEh39S4yXXcvJJVTRbt00Ke9Isi_ZdLBb7YLHSHorlg16GTT71syyTJ7MdXznzGdEScWlCDHIi5f9466pw5I9cqk37ucw=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-work-day-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slow Cooker Work Day Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;The beauty of this chicken is that it can be prepared in a short time or even the night before. It turns out so moist, and will probably be browner in color than in the photo I took. You can use your own preferences for spices. This chicken is very good with different flavors.&#8221; &#8211; Mollie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-butter-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/gIcx0e7FWcqjwyV5XQvIa1pFWMR123C1XOrSG2jRqWvUW-EqpoGseyyGarPAOkLqufd_2JdW3m5fn112X3jqhHQ9gcjur0dxHwnqOnQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CHRISTINA HALEY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">UNION CITY, TN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/SdpoEIK9TZXOv7i9RSMouoeStnMoWGxdXlmFMFRLpUaXd3hWnwNKF9_gEXDBbhQpX9v22Z3gw6yN2aeukjgyLbtx-dx_JvEg1kUpq5gTAqqY1l1m69Ah=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/crock-pot-butter-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crock Pot Butter Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I love Indian cuisine and this was a creation to make it delicious but with a Crock Pot twist. You can spice it up with jalape\u00f1os or cayenne depending on your preference. Flavor is packed in this hearty dish.&#8221; &#8211; Christina<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-sesame-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/vaY9yzxDOpxo2aWrHRgAafUMvRbixf5zqHVSk52wtAtGl19ptW1z1fycgGYbaCKSVusSFpKicoAolS7CImVMcNLrx9-JDk-h9XNSjA1KmrRKOCFtAis\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">VICKI PICOTTE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">NORTHGLENN, CO<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/4_m2yIYhSlHcJSIul4Xee_BEPkBZ6j6sW00W46H0XsvcN3w8dtQsOZ-r8vWjA9g-JLwMWLTMIAkqxH6LCeOXlqMZVazQTO3AfiIv-lg=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-sesame-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This slow cooker sesame chicken is delicious and easy to make!&#8221; &#8211; Vicki<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-chicken\/crock-pot-mandarin-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pSh3oORwSaBEAi04l4_gjjN0nEbwfZAwbCv1fWarVc4ADhcsD3xDAJdEdGs-uEZ6wDN2SWsgLpXWI_oC68b4YDKnbhc16xgIPue0xx-yn3MivwBgK8vD\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CAROLYN WARREN<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">MACON, GA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Sws-fLf3vVVA7m1-TOSmJoq-4Fd82VZFyh7xBZAQwKpYmyP5HoQRbgNrtkAy5O8ky2l_wPgywMXp_tH4OBWvIW5WshAdTuRLowrNtbQosBWvYg072xo=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-chicken\/crock-pot-mandarin-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crock Pot Mandarin Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is a fast and delicious recipe for the mom who doesn&#8217;t have much kitchen duty time.&#8221; &#8211; Carolyn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/mozzarella-pesto-chicken-in-a-crock.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ptxAnw6aAwYIMP7FUkIEbOhzrNVH0CU6WpEpTG3H6kxCsMi5RjM_zIA-zi1mjXYUp9gMC_Nvc0KKsWhJ69cbqb2qmQ5iEnALjvvPed4lA5AVzZ2v9IC80w\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">PENNY MALONE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">JONESBOROUGH, TN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ppBpIf2RCRfPswufH1a7nOIL4GWbSLUR_p4xk-7MA7rNlD-kqK9mXFQUuO4uKEQFocBHwdYNkoJNKtYj6NuI5BR9WyXOJSdRv371MkA=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/mozzarella-pesto-chicken-in-a-crock.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mozzarella and Pesto Chicken In A Crock Pot<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I found this Crock Pot Mozzarella and Pesto Chicken recipe and made changes to suit my needs. I prepared it for the first time on Easter Sunday, and the family loved it!&#8221; &#8211; Penny<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-whole-chicktn.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/rykjAv3yGdaK4-mpo5X-FT3t1A41M5F6tbCPne5kok5T42ueAlZZ6o_AqIMdAj6Fna5eazKp-FQ5XdXc_J6kTVFTyM9G2V2PPMNAnqTuV3LJWUWuues\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LISA SWARM<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">INDIANAPOLIS, IN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/4mUdLxK-k-rfGXLhXpmV3e-WxK5n9nwc-9wdjwQb4AE-36UAFHP-qhRd-AGDkLhAnxSUwZe10Ui8rXdwFaae-MORXgw9LwqehgO9-OIf=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/slow-cooker-whole-chicktn.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slow Cooker Whole Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Those of us who use precooked chicken and pick it up at the store will find this very useful. We have so many recipes that call for precooked chicken that I needed to find a way to save money buying it from the store, so I figured out how to do it in the Crock Pot. Love that this saves tons of money and that the chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone.&#8221; &#8211; Lisa<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-chicken\/fix-it-and-forget-it-creamy-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/3lirXx4uZ54oSKrZ_Li1Lf4gCHgAdnqqEztYj3Xrin1QLqBhVbFu4tBeO-hxrRDC99FEYM9l3AhtHR0ZSl4cv3EwRF5FkGF5RWGvf_s\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">JILL COOKS<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SUNSHINE STATE, FL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/NJdMmF8QJW8dIxU0hIQpSnWJjgcfZ6AJr2CqPKZhu9TIQ-yssa4MX-zv9LM2GczsK8tKRTs_rgbf1sKcnByRY2Hlg_FpUwk3SKPbC-Y=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-chicken\/fix-it-and-forget-it-creamy-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fix It and Forget It Creamy Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I just love my slow cooker. 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