Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
A comforting and flavorful slow-cooked Greek chicken dish packed with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, trimmed if desired)
- 1 medium sweet or yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth (or bone broth)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Ingredients for Serving
- Cooked rice, quinoa, or pita
- Fresh dill
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, Kalamata olives, Tzatziki sauce, Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Spread the thinly sliced onions over the chicken.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker or remove it to slice.
- Stir the mixture to combine everything, ensuring it is flavorful and moist.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate for a few hours if possible for better flavor. Use fresh herbs when available and consider sautéing the onions before adding them for added sweetness.