Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe
This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe transforms chicken with Mediterranean flavors, making it an easy and delicious dinner option.
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours hours
Total Time: 7 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chicken recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, Greek Chicken, Mediterranean Flavors, slow cooker
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Slow cooker
skillet
measuring cups
measuring spoons
Cutting board
Knife
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Can substitute with boneless, skinless thighs or breasts.
For the Marinade
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil Or avocado oil.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1/4 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice Fresh is best.
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
For the Veggies
- 2 cups Bell peppers Any color.
- 1 medium Red onion Can substitute with white or yellow onions.
For Finishing Touches
- 1 cup Crumbled feta cheese Optional.
- Salt To taste.
- Pepper To taste.
How to Make Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Pat them dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes.
Layer sliced bell peppers and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the chicken on top.
Whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, and pour it over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
Serve with rice, couscous, or warm pita bread, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon slices.
For best results, always pat chicken dry before seasoning and keep the slow cooker lid on while cooking on low.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg