Easy Crockpot Lemon Herb Whole Chicken
This crockpot lemon herb whole chicken comes out tender, juicy, and full of fresh citrus and herb flavor. It is an easy, healthy, low carb dinner that basically cooks itself and makes plenty of high protein chicken for meal prep. Broil at the end for perfectly golden skin. Perfect for weeknights, holidays, or anytime you want a simple set it and forget it meal.
Ingredients
- 4-5 pound whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon fresh minced rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, rub with oil, and season
- Place lemon halves in cavity
- Cook breast-side up in crockpot on high 2-3 hours or low for 4-5 hours.
- Broil for crispy skin if desired
Notes
• Dry the chicken very well for the best seasoning coverage.
• Add extra herbs under the skin for more flavor.
• Save the juices for soup or gravy.
• Broil at the end if you want crispy skin.
• Macros: ~285 calories, 45g protein, 15g fat, minimal carbs per serving.
• Add extra herbs under the skin for more flavor.
• Save the juices for soup or gravy.
• Broil at the end if you want crispy skin.
• Macros: ~285 calories, 45g protein, 15g fat, minimal carbs per serving.
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