Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken
Transform dinnertime into a flavor-packed experience with this Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken recipe, a perfect fusion of ease and elegance. Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs infused with the rich, aromatic flavors of garlic, fresh thyme, and a zesty hint of lemon, this dish is as comforting as it is irresistible. The slow cooker does all the hard work, ensuring perfectly cooked chicken that falls off the bone, while a quick stovetop sear locks in all the delicious juices. Finished with a luscious garlic-broth sauce, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend meals. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or a medley of roasted vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal right at home. Perfect for garlic lovers and fans of slow cooker meals, this dish promises a burst of savory goodness with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 8 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, black pepper, and optional paprika.
Peel the garlic cloves and lightly crush them with the side of a knife to release their aroma.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the crushed garlic cloves. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour the chicken broth and lemon juice into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the mixture simmer for 1 minute.
Pour the garlic-broth mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. Add the fresh thyme sprigs on top.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (an internal temperature of 165°F).
Once done, remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and, if desired, broil them in the oven for 2-3 minutes to crisp up the skin.
Serve hot with the garlic and juices from the slow cooker spooned over the top. Pair with your favorite side dish such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1898 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 144.5 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 626 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 3419 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 138.9 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1826 mg | 39% | |
*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.
