Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

Introduction

This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken is a wonderfully flavorful and easy meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken cooked with classic Mediterranean herbs and a bright lemony sauce makes for a delicious and versatile dish. It’s great served with rice, pasta, or fresh salad.

Ingredients

• 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

1. Step 1: Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the thinly sliced onion on top of the chicken.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper.
3. Step 3: Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
4. Step 4: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
5. Step 5: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks to soak up the juices. Serve warm with rice, pasta, pita, or a Greek salad.

Tips & Variations

• Use chicken thighs for juicier and more flavorful results compared to breasts.
• Add a handful of kalamata olives or sun-dried tomatoes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
• For a creamier sauce, stir in a few tablespoons of feta cheese just before serving.
• If your slow cooker runs hot, check the chicken early to avoid overcooking.

Storage

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through. This dish can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken in this slow cooker recipe?

It’s best to use thawed chicken for even cooking, but you can use frozen chicken if you increase the cooking time and ensure it reaches 165°F internally before serving.

What can I serve with Slow Cooker Greek Chicken?

This chicken pairs beautifully with rice, couscous, roasted vegetables, pita bread, or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts or thighs slow-cooked with aromatic herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and onions. It’s an effortless one-pot meal perfect for busy days, delivering vibrant Mediterranean flavors with minimal prep and maximum taste. Ideal for serving with rice, pasta, pita, or a fresh Greek salad.

• Author: Grace
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5-6 hours on LOW or 3-4 hours on HIGH
• Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 4 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
• Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
• 1 onion, thinly sliced

Marinade and Seasoning

• 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

1. Prep the ingredients: Begin by thinly slicing the onion and mincing the garlic cloves, then set them aside.
2. Layer the chicken and onions: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the thinly sliced onions evenly on top of the chicken.
3. Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Add the marinade: Pour the marinade mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
5. Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Shred the chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker, allowing the meat to absorb the cooking juices.
7. Serve: Serve the shredded Greek chicken warm with your choice of rice, pasta, pita bread, or atop a fresh Greek salad for a flavorful meal.

Notes

• Use boneless skinless thighs for more moisture; breasts work well but can dry out slightly.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the chicken once cooked and simmer the liquid on the stove to reduce it.
• Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
• To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure your chicken broth is gluten-free.

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