Lemon Garlic Chicken
This slow cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe combines tender chicken and hearty vegetables with bright lemon and garlic flavors, making it a comforting choice for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 lbs red potatoes (quartered) adds heartiness
- 1 sweet yellow onion (quartered) adds sweetness
- 1 lb carrots (sliced into 2-3 inch sticks) provides sweetness and texture
Chicken
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs offers moisture and richness
Flavoring
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice adds brightness
- 4 cloves garlic (pressed) contributes aroma and flavor
- 1 lemon (sliced) enhances flavor and appearance
- 3 sprigs rosemary (stems removed, chopped) provides earthy flavor
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme leaves adds herbal freshness
Seasoning
- to taste Kosher salt seasoning for flavor
- to taste fresh ground pepper seasoning for flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Quarter the red potatoes and slice the sweet yellow onion into wedges. Cut the carrots into sticks about 2-3 inches long. Place these vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the lemon juice and pressed garlic. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Slice the lemon into rounds and place the slices on top of the chicken.
- Sprinkle the chopped rosemary and thyme leaves over the entire dish.
- Season the entire mixture with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
Notes
Ensure the vegetables are cut evenly for consistent cooking. Marinate chicken in lemon-garlic for extra flavor. Avoid opening the slow cooker lid while cooking. Use thawed chicken for better results.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g
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