Greek Gravy Crock Pot and Oamc
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Greek cuisine with this Greek Gravy Crock Pot recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep enthusiasts. Tender boneless chicken thighs or beef chuck roast are slow-cooked to perfection in a fragrant tomato-based sauce infused with classic Mediterranean ingredients like oregano, cinnamon, and optional kalamata olives. The addition of red wine and a velvety cornstarch-thickened gravy elevates this dish into a comforting masterpiece. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal effort thanks to the crock pot, this one-pot wonder is ideal for freezer-friendly OAMC (once-a-month cooking), making it a time-saving favorite for families. Serve this hearty, gluten-free dish over rice, couscous, or with warm crusty bread to soak up every last drop!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs (or beef chuck roast)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken (or beef) broth
- 0.5 cup red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Sear the chicken thighs (or beef chuck roast) for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, chicken (or beef) broth, red wine, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Pour the tomato mixture over the meat in the crock pot.
If using kalamata olives, add them to the crock pot.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
Once cooking is complete, remove the bay leaves and discard.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Turn the crock pot to high and slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the gravy thickens.
Serve the Greek gravy over rice, couscous, or with crusty bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.5 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 960 mg | 320% | |
| Sodium | 4613 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 244.5 g | 489% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3453 mg | 73% | |
*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.
