Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
6 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 36 mins
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Servings
3 servings
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Calories
401 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
British
Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs centers on boneless, skinless thighs seasoned with paprika, garlic granules, and Italian herbs. These spices add warmth and herbal depth. After a quick sear in olive oil to develop some color and flavor, thighs go into the slow cooker with crushed garlic, chicken stock, and butter. Cooking low and slow makes the chicken tender and juicy.
The slow cooking method allows the butter and garlic to enrich the natural chicken taste without drying the meat. Fresh basil served on top adds a fresh herbal lift to finish.
For best results, arrange chicken in a single layer submerged partially in the cooking liquid, and consider adding lemon to the stock for freshness. Spoon pan juices over the meat before serving to maintain moistness and flavor intensity.
Ingredients
- 680 g chicken thighs skinless and boneless
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 ml chicken stock
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 garlic crushed, cloves
- basil chopped; to serve, fresh
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon Paprika, 1 teaspoon Garlic granules and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
- Sprinkle the spice blend over 680 g Chicken thighs and rub it all over, fully coating the thighs.
- Put 1 tablespoon Olive oil in a large pan and heat over a medium. Place the thighs topside down in the pan and fry for 4 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to your slow cooker.
- Add 2 Garlic cloves, 100 ml Chicken stock and 2 tablespoon Butter.
- Cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 3-4 hours.
Notes
- Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the slow cooker to ensure even cooking and moisture retention.
- Enhance freshness by adding a splash of lemon to the chicken stock before cooking.
- To maintain a crisper texture in the chicken, place a tea towel between the slow cooker lid and pot to absorb condensation.
- For a spicier finish, sprinkle red chili flakes over the chicken just before serving.
- Spoon the cooking juices over the thighs when plating for added flavor and moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2thighs | |
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 237mg | 79% |
| Sodium | 310mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 635mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 638IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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