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Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Transform your weeknight dinners with this effortless Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe that is bursting with flavor. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a dish that is both savory and satisfying. The slow cooker does all the hard work, ensuring tender chicken thighs infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. Whether you’re serving it over rice, tossing it into tacos, or enjoying it on a salad, this versatile recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for busy nights or leisurely weekends, this meal not only delights the taste buds but also makes cleanup a breeze!

  • Total Time: 42 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of one lemon
  • Zest of half a lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 stick butter

Instructions

  1. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; pour over the chicken.
  3. Combine all dry seasonings in another bowl; sprinkle over the chicken.
  4. Add minced garlic and place butter slices on top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (130g)
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider searing the chicken before slow cooking. Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or potatoes for added nutrition. Adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences.

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