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Crockpot Ranch Onion Whole Chicken Recipe

Making a Whole Chicken in the slow cooker has never been easier than with this Crockpot Ranch Onion Whole Chicken Recipe!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Heidi Miller

Ingredients

  • 5 Pounds Whole Chicken
  • 1 ounce Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup packet
  • 1 ounce Hidden Valley Ranch Mix packet or 3 tablespoons Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix
  • 3 Garlic Cloves crushed, then peeled
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

  • Add dry ingredients to small bowl and mix together for rub.
  • Rinse chicken, remove innards and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Generously add rub to inside and outside of chicken.
  • Place three peeled garlic cloves inside of chicken.
  • Place chicken in resealable bag overnight to marinate. (optional)
  • Carefully place chicken into 6 - 7 quart Crockpot.
  • Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours, or until done.
  • Use meat thermometer in thick portion of breast to verify if chicken is done at 165 degrees. Enjoy!!

Notes

  • For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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