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Juicy chicken tenderloins cooked to perfection in a crock pot with savory herbs and sauce

Slow Cooker Chicken Tenderloins

Incredibly tender and flavorful chicken made easy in a slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5-2 pounds chicken tenderloins
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 onion diced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice added at end
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken tenderloins with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Place butter, garlic, and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Arrange chicken on top in a single layer.
  • Pour chicken broth around the edges.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours.
  • Optional: Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry in the last 30 minutes.
  • Finish with lemon juice and fresh herbs before serving.
  • Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Plan ahead for cooking time. Do not overcook or chicken may dry out. Excellent for kids and versatile for adding different flavors!
Keyword easy dinner recipe, family dinner, Low-Carb, meal prep, protein-rich, slow cooker chicken, weeknight meals
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