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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

Tender Slow Cooker Greek Chicken: A Flavorful Family Favorite

This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken is a stress-free meal infused with lemon and herbs, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or Thighs Thighs add moisture and tenderness.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 medium Onion Enhances overall flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can be substituted with water.
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Richens flavors.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Essential herb in Greek cuisine.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Enhances taste profile.
  • to taste Sea Salt and Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
  1. Place chicken breasts or thighs in the slow cooker and scatter sliced onion on top.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken and onions, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until tender.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks in the slow cooker to soak up juices.
  6. Serve over rice, quinoa, or in a Greek salad with cooking juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container and follow best reheating methods for moist chicken.

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