Slow Cooker Chicken
This Slow Cooker Chicken delivers 52g protein and 699 calories per serving, making it a calorie-dense option for muscle gain phases. Quick prep with 6 servings ready from the stovetop means minimal active cooking time despite the hands-off slow cook. Set it before work and return to a complete protein source that scales your daily macros without kitchen time midweek.
Ingredients
- •Chicken, Whole(2268g)
- •Lemon
- •Garlic
- •Parsley, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Remove the chicken from its packaging over the sink and allow the juices to run out. Remove the giblets from the cavity and discard them. Fold a long piece of foil lengthwise to form a sturdy sling and place the chicken on it (see photos below).
- 2Cut the lemon in half and then cut one of the halves into quarters. Stuff the quarters inside the cavity of the chicken. Peel the garlic cloves and stuff them into the cavity along with the whole sprigs of parsley.
- 3Take the second half of the lemon and place it face down in the center of the slow cooker. This will help the chicken sit up off of the bottom of the cooker. Using the foil sling, lift the chicken into the slow cooking, placing it on top of the lemon. Fold the sides of the sling into the cooker, secure the lid, and cook on high for four hours.
- 4After cooking on high for four hours, carefully lift the chicken out of the slow cooker using the foil sling and place on a baking sheet. Set the broiler to its low setting and cook the chicken under the broiler (5-6 inches from the flame) until the skin is golden brown and crispy (5-10 minutes). Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before cutting or serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
699
calories
52g
protein
50g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 13.6g
- Sodium
- 522 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.0g
6 servings per batch · ~378g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Slow Cooker Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 52g of protein with 699 calories, delivering significant caloric density at 50g fat and 5g carbs. This is the highest-calorie slow cooker option in the PrepForge library.
How long does Slow Cooker Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep time produces 6 servings per batch, making it straightforward for meal prep scaling. The slow cooker method requires minimal hands-on time once cooking begins.
Is Slow Cooker Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 52g protein and 699 calories per serving, this recipe is purpose-built for muscle gain phases where total caloric intake and protein consumption are both priority targets. The high fat content supports hormone production during bulking phases.
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