Tillie Doyle
Cooking rosemary chicken in a crock pot is a simple way to prepare chicken that tastes like you've put a lot of effort into it. The crock pot traps in moisture, infusing the meat with flavour and ensuring the chicken is tender and juicy. The chicken can be cooked with a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, paprika, thyme, parsley, lemon zest and rosemary, and can be served with potatoes, carrots, rice or pasta.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Cookware | Crock Pot/Slow Cooker |
| Ingredients | Chicken, rosemary, lemon, potatoes, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, parsley, butter, olive oil, chicken broth, white cooking wine |
| Preparation | Layer potatoes, onions, garlic, and rosemary at the bottom of the crock pot. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and other spices, and place on top of vegetables. Pour broth and wine into the crock pot. |
| Cooking Time | 4-8 hours on low heat or 2-6 hours on high heat |
| Serving Suggestions | Serve with pan juices and your choice of sides. |
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What You'll Learn
Prepping the crock pot
To prep your crock pot for rosemary chicken, start by rinsing and cutting your potatoes into quarters. You can use baby red potatoes or red potatoes, depending on your preference. Place the potatoes in the crock pot, covering the bottom of the pot. You can also add other vegetables like carrots, either alongside the potatoes or on the other side of the crock pot.
Next, chop your onions into quarters and place them on top of the potatoes. You can also add minced garlic, placing it at the bottom of the crock pot with the onions. If you want to add carrots and garlic, you can cook them in a skillet with a little olive oil and sliced onions before placing them in the crock pot.
Then, take 1 or 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary and place them over the potatoes, onions, and garlic. If you don't have fresh rosemary, you can use dried rosemary, but fresh rosemary will deliver more flavour. You can also add other herbs like thyme and Italian seasoning.
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the vegetables and herbs. You can also add other seasonings like paprika, ground mustard, and garlic powder. If you want a more crispy and browned chicken, you can sear the chicken in a pan on the stove before placing it in the crock pot.
Finally, place the chicken on top of the vegetables and herbs. If you're using a whole chicken, you can stuff the cavity with additional rosemary sprigs. For extra moisture and flavour, you can pour chicken broth or white cooking wine into the crock pot.
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Cooking times and settings
The cooking time for rosemary chicken in a crock pot depends on the size of your chicken and whether you are cooking on a high or low setting.
For a whole chicken, it is recommended to cook on a high setting for 3 to 5 hours or on a low setting for 7 to 8 hours. The chicken is done when the meat is falling off the bone and has an internal temperature of 165°F.
For chicken breasts, it is recommended to cook on a low setting for 6 to 8 hours.
If you want crispy skin on your chicken, you can put it under the broiler for 5 to 10 minutes at 475°F after it is done cooking in the crock pot.
It is important to note that appliances vary, and any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates.
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Using fresh rosemary
To prepare the fresh rosemary, finely chop enough rosemary leaves to get 1 tablespoon. Set the remaining springs aside. In a small bowl, combine the chopped rosemary, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and pepper.
After rinsing and cutting the potatoes into quarters, place them in the bottom of the crock pot. Add 3/4 of the onion quarters, 6 garlic cloves, and 1 or 2 sprigs of rosemary (depending on their size) on top of the potatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Clean the chicken by removing the neck and gizzards from the cavity and discarding them. Make 4 deep slits on each side of the chicken and 1 deep slit in each leg. Press 1 garlic half into each slit and place the remaining garlic in the cavity. Season the cavity with salt and pepper. Generously season the outside of the chicken with the remaining tablespoon of rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours. Check the chicken at the halfway point and baste with pan juices. The chicken is done when the meat is falling off the bone and has an internal temperature of 165°F. For crispy skin, broil the chicken in a roasting pan for 5 to 10 minutes at 475°F.
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Browning the chicken
Another option for browning the chicken is to use a broiler. After the chicken has finished cooking in the crock pot, transfer it to a roasting pan or sheet pan. Place the pan under the broiler for 5 to 10 minutes at 475 degrees Fahrenheit, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. This method is best if you prefer your chicken with crispy skin, as the crock pot tends to keep the moisture in, resulting in pale and unappetizing skin.
You can also achieve a golden brown colour on the chicken by searing it in a super-hot pan before adding it to the crock pot. This method will add colour to the chicken without cooking it through, ensuring that it remains moist and tender during the slow cooking process.
Whether you choose to brown the chicken before or after cooking it in the crock pot, or not at all, the end result will be a delicious and tender rosemary chicken dish that your family and friends will surely enjoy!
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Serving suggestions
This crock pot rosemary chicken pairs well with a variety of side dishes. Here are some serving suggestions:
- Potatoes: You can serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, crispy oven-roasted baby potatoes, or quartered red potatoes.
- Vegetables: Try pairing the chicken with vegetables such as carrots, asparagus, green beans, or a combination of carrots and peas. You can also serve it with Potato and Leek Cakes or Potato and Spinach Gratin.
- Grains: Rice is a great option to soak up the cooking juices. You could also serve it with chickpea pasta on the side, as suggested by the kids on betterbodiesbyburman.com.
- Salads: A fresh green salad or a tomato salad can complement the richness of the dish.
- Bread: Cornbread or dinner rolls can be used to soak up the juices from the chicken.
Don't forget to serve the chicken with the pan juices and your chosen sides. Enjoy!
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Frequently asked questions
It takes 3 to 4 hours to cook on high and 7 to 8 hours on low.
You will need rosemary, chicken, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, broth, and potatoes.
Since a slow cooker cooks with moisture, you cannot achieve crispy skin in the crock pot. To make the skin crispy, put the chicken under the broiler for 5 to 10 minutes at 475 degrees Fahrenheit.
