Simple Crock Pot Chicken with Green Beans
Effortlessly wholesome and packed with flavor, this **Simple Crock Pot Chicken with Green Beans** is the ultimate one-pot meal for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend dinners. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a fragrant blend of minced garlic, olive oil, and dried thyme, then slow-cooked to perfection atop a bed of vibrant green beans. A splash of zesty lemon juice at the end brightens every bite, while chicken broth lends moisture and depth to this comforting dish. Ready to serve in just 10 minutes of prep and four hours of hands-free cooking, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding the whole family, this healthy crock pot chicken recipe delights with its simplicity and satisfying flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 pound Green beans
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Trim the ends of the green beans and wash them thoroughly.
In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to form a marinade.
Brush the marinade over both sides of the chicken breasts and set aside.
Layer the green beans on the bottom of the crock pot to create a base.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the green beans.
Pour the chicken broth evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Once cooked, sprinkle lemon juice over the top for brightness and serve hot. Plate with the green beans and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4002 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 226.4 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1288 mg | 27% | |
*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.
