Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken, a savory and zesty dish that's as effortless as it is flavorful. This slow-cooker recipe combines tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs with a vibrant marinade of fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. Infused with the subtle sweetness of red onions and optional briny Kalamata olives, each bite is a perfect balance of tangy and savory. The dish is slow-cooked to perfection, soaking up a broth infused with bold Greek-inspired flavors. Garnished with fresh parsley for a bright finish, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, roasted potatoes, or a crisp Greek salad. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep inspiration, this Mediterranean-style chicken delivers mouthwatering results with minimal prep time. Perfect for anyone seeking healthy, flavorful crock pot recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 medium Red onion, sliced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme to create the marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in the crock pot. Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken.
Scatter the sliced red onion over the chicken, followed by the chicken broth. If adding olives, sprinkle them into the crock pot at this stage.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
Once done, carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot and place it on a serving platter.
Optionally, spoon some of the flavorful juices from the crock pot over the chicken for added moisture.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 3520 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 79.9 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1605 mg | 34% | |
*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.
