1. Rub olive oil or butter all over the chicken (top, bottom, sides).

2. Sprinkle the spice mix generously:

   • On the skin

   • Inside the cavity

   • Under the skin (very important!)

👉 To season under the skin:

• Gently loosen the skin over the breast using your fingers.

• Carefully push some spice mixture underneath.

• This makes the meat very flavorful.

3. Place 2–3 lemon slices and a little garlic inside the cavity.

🔹 STEP 4: Prepare the Slow Cooker Base

1. Add chopped onions to the bottom of the slow cooker.

2. Add garlic.

3. Add carrots and potatoes.

4. Pour 1 cup broth or water over the vegetables.

👉 The vegetables act as a rack so the chicken doesn’t sit in too much liquid.

🔹 STEP 5: Place the Chicken

1. Put the chicken breast-side up on top of the vegetables.

2. Place remaining lemon slices on top.

3. Cover with the lid.

🔹 STEP 6: Slow Cooking Time

Choose ONE option:

• ✅ LOW heat: 6–8 hours (best for tender results)

• ✅ HIGH heat: 3–4 hours

Do NOT open the lid during cooking.
Opening releases heat and increases cooking time.

🔹 STEP 7: Check for Doneness

Chicken is ready when:

• Internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) in the thickest part of the thigh.

• Juices run clear (not pink).

• Meat pulls easily from the bone.

If not ready, cook 30 more minutes and check again.

🔹 STEP 8: Rest the Chicken (Very Important!)

1. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker.

2. Place on a tray.

3. Let it rest for 15–20 minutes before cutting.

👉 Resting keeps the juices inside the meat.

🔹 OPTIONAL STEP 9: Make the Skin Crispy

Slow cookers don’t brown skin. For crispy skin:

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. Transfer chicken to baking tray.

3. Broil (grill) for 5–10 minutes.

4. Watch carefully so it doesn’t burn.

🍽️ SERVING

• Spoon cooked vegetables onto a serving plate.

• Place chicken on top.

• Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.

• Serve with rice, bread, or salad.

💡 EXTRA TIPS FOR PERFECT RESULTS

✔ Do not add too much liquid — chicken releases its own juices.
✔ For extra flavor, add a bay leaf or thyme.
✔ For spicy version, add chili flakes.
✔ If sauce is thin, simmer liquid in a pan 5–10 minutes to thicken.

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