![]() ![]() Try using the trivet that came with your Instant Pot (if you have one) or another small wire rack. There are a few different ways you can create a base to cook your meat on. This will provide continuous air flow to mimic a rotisserie-style cooking process, and will help your whole chicken stay in one piece. The key to making Slow Cooker Whole Chicken turn out more like a traditional roasted chicken is to elevate it off the bottom of the cooker. FAQs Elevate Your Whole Chicken in the Slow Cooker For The Best Results Slow cooker whole chicken will work well with any flavours, like Mexican spices for chicken tacos or Indian spices for kabobs. For this recipe I have used paprika, minced garlic, ground coriander, Herbes de Provence, ground nutmeg, salt and pepper. This recipe is so versatile and you can add any flavour profile to your crockpot whole chicken. Or, transfer the thawed whole chicken onto a baking sheet and reheat in the oven.If meat has been removed from the bones, transfer the thawed chicken into a bowl and reheat in a microwave.Remove the meat from the freezer the night before it is needed and let it fully thaw in the fridge.Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.Squeeze out all the extra air and seal the bags. Label the bags and then lay them flat in the freezer.Carefully wrap the whole chicken in a layer plastic wrap and then cover completely with aluminum foil. Or, remove the meat from the bones and then transfer into these very handy Ziploc freezer bags.Whatever method you choose, follow these steps below to make freezing and thawing super easy. You can also freeze this by removing the meat from the bones and then freezing. If you do decide to freeze your Slow Cooker Whole Chicken in its entirety, it is very important to completely thaw it in the fridge (minimum of 4 hrs) before reheating and serving. ![]() Others don’t recommend it, as they say the process of freezing cooked bones can make the meat bitter and gritty. I did some research on how to go about freezing a whole slow cooked chicken. Keep completely cooled chicken in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. ![]() If you want to make homemade gravy, check out the ‘How to Make Homemade Chicken Gravy’ section below with step by step instructions.If you want a crispy skin then crisp the chicken under your broiler once cooked for 5-10 minutes.You want your meat to reach an internal temperature of 74C (165F) in an instant read thermometer. Cook at a high temperature to ensure your chicken is cooked all the way through.Make It on the Grillįor grilled whole chicken, check out my Grilled Pomegranate Harissa Chicken recipe post. If you want to make this in the oven, check out my Nutmeg Orange Chicken recipe. For crispy skin, brown your chicken under broiler grill for about 5 – 10 mins.Let the chicken rest for 10 mins before serving.Scrape any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot from frying with a silicon or wooden spoon.Remove the chicken from the Crockpot and set on a plate.Place the chicken inside the slow cooker and cook on high for 3.5 – 4 hrs.Put the chicken in a bowl and rub the paste all over including in the cavity.In a small bowl mix together the paprika, garlic, coriander, herbs, nutmeg, salt, pepper and the olive oil into a paste.Ready to make Whole Chicken in Slow Cooker? I’ll show you how…. Sea Salt Flakes Try this spice kit for different flavors on your food.Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe. For more information, check out my disclosure. KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED ![]()
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