Crock Pot Frozen Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

• 4 frozen chicken breasts
• 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup of diced carrots (optional)
• 1 cup of sliced bell peppers (optional)
• 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning (optional)
• 1/2 cup of cream cheese for a creamy chicken sauce (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crock Pot: Start by preheating your crock pot on the low setting.
2. Layer Ingredients: Place the frozen chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot. Drizzle olive oil over them.
3. Add Aromatics: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
4. Pour the Broth: Gently pour the chicken broth into the pot.
5. Optional Vegetables: If using, add diced carrots and bell peppers around the chicken.
6. Cook: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
7. Make it Creamy: For a creamy chicken sauce, add cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
8. Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve warm.