Crock Pot Herbed Chicken and Shrimp
Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Crock Pot Herbed Chicken and Shrimp, a slow-cooker masterpiece that combines tender, seared chicken thighs and succulent shrimp in a fragrant herbed broth. Infused with the earthy essence of thyme, rosemary, and paprika, this recipe boasts a velvety sauce thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the dish, while fresh parsley adds a final burst of color and freshness. Easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this comforting meal simmers effortlessly in a crock pot, making it an ideal dinner option for busy weeknights. Serve it alongside rice, pasta, or warm crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful sauce. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly delicious, this herbed chicken and shrimp recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
1. Heat a skillet over medium heat, then add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
2. Sear the chicken thighs in the hot skillet for 2 minutes per side until they are lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. In a small bowl, mix the dried thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
5. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the seared chicken thighs.
6. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the chicken broth over them.
7. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours.
8. After 3 hours, add the shrimp and lemon juice to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
9. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to create a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
10. Continue cooking on low heat for an additional hour until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
11. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
12. Serve the herbed chicken and shrimp warm with your choice of rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.5 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1386 mg | 462% | |
| Sodium | 4138 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 217.6 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.0 mcg | 105% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2551 mg | 54% | |
*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.
