Slow Cooker Greek-Style Green Beans and Chicken Thighs
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Slow Cooker Greek-Style Green Beans and Chicken Thighs
Description
The Slow Cooker Greek-Style Green Beans and Chicken Thighs recipe features chicken thighs layered over fresh or frozen green beans with a tomato and onion base flavored with garlic and dill. Lemon juice adds acidity and brightness, complemented by the cooking liquid made from chicken broth to support moisture and flavor infusion. Slow cooking over several hours on low or a shorter time on high softens the green beans while keeping the chicken juicy and tender.
The chicken thighs are skin-on and cooked skin-side up, which allows the fat to render and keep the meat moist during the long cooking process. Drizzling olive oil on top before cooking adds richness and supports flavorful skin. Optionally broiling the thighs at the end crisps the skin for texture contrast. The use of fresh herbs like dill reinforces the Greek-style flavor profile, while simple seasoning with salt and pepper adjusts to taste.
This dish works well as a straightforward one-pot meal combining protein and vegetables with minimal preparation. The green beans absorb juices from the chicken and seasonings, offering a tender vegetable side integrated into the main course. Serving alongside rice or bread can round out the meal if desired.
Nutrition facts exclude any added salt or optional ingredients—adjust seasoning accordingly.Calculate exact nutritional information using your preferred tools considering brand variations.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Green bean trimmed (or frozen, fresh
- 2 tomato diced (or one 15 oz. can, large, fresh
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup dill fresh, chopped
- lemon juice of one
- 1 cup chicken stock or vegetable broth or water, or broth
- 4 chicken thigh bone-in, skin-on
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Mix together the green beans (1 lb.), tomatoes, onion, garlic, dill (1/4 cup), lemon juice, chicken broth (1 cup), and plenty of salt and pepper in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Lay the chicken thighs skin-side-up on top of the green bean mixture.
- Drizzle the tops of the chicken thighs with the olive oil (2 tablespoons) and season with more salt and pepper.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Optional: broil chicken thighs for a few minutes on high to crisp up the skin before serving.
Notes
- Nutrition details do not account for added salt or optional ingredients, so seasoning amounts may affect values.
- For precise nutrition tracking, use a calculator or recipe app with your exact ingredients and brands.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 373 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 373kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 111mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 726mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1610IU | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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