Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic Crock Pot
Transform your dinner table with this rustic and flavor-packed Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic made effortlessly in the crock pot. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are slow-cooked to perfection alongside aromatic fresh herbs, a touch of white wine or broth, and the bold, mellow sweetness of roasted garlic. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish boasts a luxurious depth of flavor, thanks to perfectly browned chicken and sautéed garlic cloves that become meltingly soft in the slow cooker. Serve this irresistible dish with crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce or pair it with creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for garlic lovers and fans of hands-off cooking, this recipe is simple, satisfying, and sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 40 cloves Garlic cloves (peeled, about 3-4 heads)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 0.5 cups Dry white wine or chicken broth
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and melt the butter. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes. Transfer the seared chicken to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the peeled garlic cloves. Sauté for about 2 minutes until lightly browned and aromatic. Add the garlic to the crock pot.
Add the fresh thyme and rosemary sprigs to the crock pot, tucking them around the chicken.
Pour the white wine or chicken broth over the chicken and garlic. This will help deglaze the juices from the chicken and create a flavorful base for the sauce.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. The chicken should be tender and infused with the flavors of the garlic and herbs.
If you prefer a creamier sauce, stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serve the chicken with the garlic cloves, and drizzle with the luscious sauce from the crock pot. Pair with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.0 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 986 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
