Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
214 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe
Description
The Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs cooked in a broth infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, which adds brightness and acidity to the dish. Seasonings including Italian herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper create a layered flavor profile. Fresh minced garlic and butter placed atop the thighs enrich the sauce as the chicken cooks slowly on low heat for 6 to 8 hours.
This low-temperature cooking method yields tender chicken with infused citrus and herb flavors, suitable for a variety of meal options. Garnishing with fresh parsley and lemon slices highlights the fresh notes. Increasing red pepper flakes can adjust spiciness, and cooking on high speed reduces time to 3 to 4 hours if required.
Storing leftovers in airtight containers keeps the dish fresh for a few days. The dish can be served with rice, potatoes, or vegetables, making it versatile for weeknight meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 6-8 chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- lemon juice of one
- lemon zest of half
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 butter stick
- parsley optional, fresh parsley, lemon slices for garnish
- lemon optional, fresh parsley, lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken pieces into an 8-quart slow cooker. In a small bowl, stir the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour all over the chicken thighs.
- In another small bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: the Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix and sprinkle over the chicken thighs.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic on top and place the slices of butter all over.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- To serve garnish with chopped parsley and sliced lemons.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
- Increase crushed red pepper flakes to enhance spiciness according to preference.
- Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours if shorter cooking time is needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.05g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 517mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 173IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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