Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is about to be your new favorite dinner recipe! It’s a simple way to get loads of lemon and garlic flavoring all by using your crockpot! The next time that you want dinner to be ready and waiting for you when you get home, this is the recipe to make!
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Why You’ll Love Lemon Garlic Chicken
This Lemon Garlic Chicken is the perfect blend of bright, zesty lemon and savory garlic, creating a dish that’s both refreshing and comforting. The tender, juicy chicken soaks up all the flavors, making each bite incredibly satisfying. It’s quick to prepare, bursting with flavor, and pairs beautifully with just about any side dish. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress with its simplicity and deliciousness!
Why Use A Crock Pot?
A crock pot is a great way to cook chicken because it is very forgiving. You can put the chicken in the pot, set it on low, and forget about it until it is time to eat. The chicken will be moist and flavorful, and you won’t have to worry about it drying out or burning.
This recipe is for a lemon garlic chicken that is cooked in a crock pot. The chicken is marinated in a lemon garlic sauce and then cooked on low for 4 hours. When it is done, the chicken will be moist and tender, and full of flavor. It’s slow cooking at its finest!
Lemon Garlic Chicken Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs: Provide tender, juicy meat that absorbs the lemon and garlic flavors beautifully.
- Salt and Pepper to Taste: Essential for seasoning, bringing out the flavors of the chicken and spices.
- Paprika: Adds a subtle smokiness and enhances the color of the dish.
- Oregano: Infuses the chicken with a classic herbaceous flavor.
- Basil: Contributes a fresh, slightly sweet note that complements the lemon.
- Olive Oil: Used for sautéing, adding richness and helping to brown the chicken.
- Small Onion, Quartered: Adds sweetness and depth, blending into the sauce for added flavor.
- Minced Garlic: Provides a robust, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the lemon.
- Chicken Broth: Forms the base of the sauce, adding moisture and depth to the dish.
- Lemon, Sliced: Adds a bright, zesty flavor that perfectly complements the garlic and herbs.
How To Make Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
Making this simple slow cooker chicken recipe is so easy! It’s literally the perfect way to create juicy and tender chicken every single time you make it.
Add the olive oil to a skillet over medium high heat.
Season the chicken on both sides with paprika, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
Sear the chicken evenly on both sides to brown it.
Place the onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth in the bottom of the crockpot.
Add the chicken to the crockpot.
Top the chicken with the sliced lemon.
Cook on high for 4 hours.
Once ready serve from the crock pot.
Best Sides To Serve With Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is one of the most delicious and easy recipes you’ll ever make! This crockpot chicken is full of flavor and super moist, and it’s perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. Serve it with some steamed veggies and mashed potatoes, or over a bed of rice or quinoa. You’re going to love this recipe!
To Keep this keto avoid any carb side dishes and stick with vegetables! To learn how to cook vegetables in the Instant pot check out this article!
FAQ’S
Can I Freeze Lemon Garlic Chicken?
Yes, you can freeze lemon garlic chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply place the chicken in a pan and cook over medium heat until it is heated through. Serve with your favorite sides or use it for meal prep!
What Does Keto Lemon Garlic Chicken Taste Like?
This dish is seriously amazing. The chicken is so moist and juicy, and the flavor is out of this world! The lemon and garlic complement each other perfectly, and the oregano gives it a nice earthy flavor. You’re going to love this recipe!
What Makes This A Keto Recipe?
Most recipes for lemon garlic chicken are loaded with carbs from the flour that is used to coat the chicken. This recipe uses no flour and keeps the carb count low making it perfect for a keto diet.
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
Who knew that making chicken in the crock pot could be so easy to do?!
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp. Paprika
- ½ tsp. Oregano
- ½ tsp. Basil
- 1 Tbsp. Olive oil
- 1 Small onion quartered
- 3 tsp. Minced garlic
- ½ C. Chicken broth
- 1 Lemon cut into slices
Instructions
Add the olive oil to a skillet over medium high heat.
Season the chicken on both sides with the paprika, oregano, basil and salt and pepper to taste.
Sear the chicken evenly on both sides to brown it.
Place the onion, minced garlic and chicken broth in the bottom of the crockpot.
Add the chicken to the crockpot.
Top the chicken with the sliced lemon.
Cook on high for 4 hours.
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