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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken: Flavorful & Easy Weeknight Meal

Discover the delicious and effortless Slow Cooker Greek Chicken, an ideal meal packed with Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2-3 pounds Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs recommended for tenderness
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Optional, but recommended
  • 1 juice of Lemon Freshly squeezed preferred
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Avoid lighter oils
For the Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place 2-3 pounds of chicken breasts or thighs into the slow cooker.
  2. Thinly slice one medium onion and layer it on top of the chicken.
  3. Whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and onion layers in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
  7. Serve warm over rice, pasta, or in pita, garnished with feta or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is evenly coated with sauce for the best flavor. Check your slow cooker to prevent overcooking.

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