Save Time with Slow Cooker Chicken

Start with a whole chicken, cut up, and simmer in a homemade barbecue sauce of ketchup, cola, cider vinegar and a splash of bourbon for a Southern barbecue flavor.

Low and slow is how this slow-cooker barbecue chicken gets its flavor. Make a real statement by serving the shredded chicken over Sweet Potato Cornbread and topping with Pickled Peppers and Onions and Simple Slaw.

Brown the chicken first in a skillet, then simmer in a slow cooker along with bell pepper, onion and tomato. Season with smoked paprika and serve over noodles for a one-dish dinner.

Curry powder and chickpeas turn this slow-cooker chicken stew into a hearty Middle Eastern-style dinner.

This slow-cooker chicken dish is the country version of the fussier coq au vin. Serve it with mashed potatoes.

Featuring not only chicken but also shrimp and smoked sausage, this classic Creole rice dish is well-suited to the slow cooker because the slow cooking allow all the flavors to blend in a marvelous way.

Stay within your grocery budget without feeling like a peasant when you dine on this satisfying stew featuring chicken thighs, beans and canned tomatoes.

This slow-cooker version of the classic Italian chicken dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Cook the chicken in the slow cooker, then serve over cooked noodles or rice.

This Mediterranean-style chicken stew gets it rich and savory flavor from garlic, cumin, and turmeric. The chicken is cooked with tomatoes and green olives and topped with toasted almonds, making it a colorful and satisfying one-dish meal.

All you need is 20 minutes to get this dish in the slow cooker, then you have a hearty chicken and veggie supper waiting for you when you get home.

Salsa and chili powder add the spiciness to this chicken stew, but probably not too much for timid tasters or kids. If you want to kick up the heat, use a hot salsa and a dash of hot sauce or ground red pepper.

Recipe: Spicy Chicken Stew

Cook chicken breasts in a mixture of bottled barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce for a sweet and tangy barbecue chicken that’s great on a bun over even over a baked potato.

Braise chicken thighs in the slow cooker along with Yukon gold potatoes and frozen artichoke hearts for a hearty stew-like dinner.

All you need are 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time to make this citrusy chicken for dinner. Because the slow cooker is not ideal for browning, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and run it under the broiler for a few minutes to get the skin crisp and golden.

Recipe: Lemon-Rosemary Chicken

This slow-cooker version of an American-Italian classic calls for a whole chicken that's quartered, then simmered with bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, and tomato. Using a whole chicken gives the dish great flavor and also makes it budget-friendly because buying a whole chicken is usually more economical than buying pieces.

Recipe: Chicken Cacciatore

This earthy chicken stew features dried mushrooms, new potatoes, leeks, bacon and fresh herbs for a savory, satisfying one-dish meal.

Recipe: Fricassee of Chicken with Cream and Morel Mushrooms

Dressing is not just for the holidays–especially when you can cook it in the slow-cooker. With the addition of shredded chicken, this savory moist dressing moves from a side dish to a main dish that's perfect for supper.

Recipe: Grandma Dean's Chicken and Dressing

Chicken and rice are perfect dinner partners, so simplify your dinnertime prep by cooking them together in the slow cooker. All you need to add is a simple side dish such as microwave-steamed veggies, and you've got a meal.

Recipe: Lemony Chicken Breast with Rice

White chili is a nice departure from beefy tomato-based chili, and just as hearty and satisfying. It's also friendly on the wallet at only $1.58 per serving.

Recipe: White Bean and Chicken Chili

Get maximum Tex-Mex flavor when you cook chicken breast halves, onion, and salsa in the slow cooker. Top the chicken with shredded cheese, and serve with beans, lettuce, tortillas, and additional salsa for an easy meal that involves less than 10 minutes of prep.

Recipe: Mexican Crock-Pot Chicken

The addition of butternut squash and a fresh orange makes this braised chicken company worthy. Round out the chicken-and-vegetables meal with rice steamed in the microwave, and your dinner prep is complete.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken with Potatoes

Spoon this rich and creamy chicken mixture over pasta, rice, or biscuits for a home-style dinner that's sure to satisfy your need for comfort food.

Recipe: Creamy Slow-Cooker Chicken