Slow Cooker Greek Chicken with Lemon, Garlic, and Mediterranean Herbs Recipe
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked with lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs. This easy, hands-off recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a healthy dinner that transports you to the Mediterranean with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 hours (on LOW)
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, trimmed if desired)
- 1 medium sweet or yellow onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth (or bone broth)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional for Serving
- Cooked rice, quinoa, or pita
- Fresh dill
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, Kalamata olives
- Tzatziki sauce
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken and onions: Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker, then layer the thinly sliced onions on top.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the marinade: Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Finish and serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker or remove and slice it. Stir to combine the chicken with the cooking juices. Serve the chicken over cooked rice, inside pitas, or alongside fresh veggies and tzatziki. Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chicken breasts can be substituted for thighs but may be slightly less juicy.
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini during the last hour of cooking for added color and nutrition.
- For a creamy texture, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for future meals.
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