Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
Discover the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Greek Chicken, a dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe requires just five minutes of prep time before your slow cooker takes over. Enjoy tender chicken infused with vibrant notes of lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Versatile and customizable, serve it over fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, or atop a Greek salad for a refreshing twist. Meal prep made easy—prepare a big batch and enjoy it in various ways throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and layer with sliced onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the chicken right in the slow cooker using two forks to soak up juices and serve warm over your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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