Description
These Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a comforting meal. The tender chicken is infused with zesty lemon and garlic, creating a Mediterranean-inspired delight that pairs beautifully with your choice of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 2.5–3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6–8 pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Lemon Garlic Mixture:
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs: Rub chicken thighs with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Prepare the Lemon Garlic Mixture: Combine garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil in a bowl.
- Crockpot Assembly: Place seasoned chicken thighs in the crockpot. Pour the lemon garlic mixture over the chicken.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Crisp the Skin: For crispy skin, broil cooked chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and accompany with your preferred sides.
Notes
- Boneless, skinless thighs can be used, adjusting cook time accordingly to prevent overcooking.
- Enhance the dish by adding sliced onions or baby potatoes to create a complete meal in one pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
