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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of a Mediterranean feast with this Slow Cooker Greek Chicken, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Additional cooking time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: comfort food, easy recipes, Family Meals, Greek Chicken, Meal Prep, slow cooker
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Can be substituted with boneless, skinless thighs or breasts.

For the Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano

For the Vegetables

  • 2 cups sliced bell peppers Any variety.
  • 1 medium red onion Sliced.

Optional Topping

  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Sprinkled on top.

Seasoning

  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper Freshly cracked.

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs, pat them dry with a paper towel, and season generously with salt and pepper.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  • In your slow cooker, place the sliced bell peppers and onions at the bottom. Then, add the seared chicken thighs on top.
  • In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, and any additional herbs or spices. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  • Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the chicken.
  • Serve the chicken alongside rice, couscous, or warm pita bread.

Notes

For best results, season the chicken generously before cooking and check for doneness periodically depending on your slow cooker model.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg
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