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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Greek Chicken for Easy Family Dinners

Discover this Slow Cooker Greek Chicken packed with flavors perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Using thighs ensures juiciness.
  • 1 Onion Opt for yellow or Vidalia.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can be omitted if not available.
For the Flavor Blend
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be substituted.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Can swap with dried thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Kosher salt can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the Onions: Thinly slice the onion and layer it over the chicken.
  3. Mix the Flavor Blend: Whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken and onions.
  4. Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken inside the slow cooker.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon over rice, quinoa, or salad, or serve in pitas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep; can be frozen for future meals.

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