Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken
Enjoy tender chicken infused with the zesty brightness of lemon and robust warmth of garlic, all cooked easily in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts or Thighs protein source, tender texture
- Salt & Black Pepper basic seasoning
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano herb flavor
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter (melted) rich moisture
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced) aromatic flavor
- 2 Lemons (zest and juice) bright acidity
- ½ cup Chicken Broth liquid for moisture
- 1 tsp Onion Powder additional flavor
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch thickening agent
- 1 tbsp Water to mix with cornstarch
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish) fresh color
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- Sprinkle the dried oregano over the seasoned chicken evenly.
- In a bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Pour the butter mixture over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add the chicken broth to the slow cooker and stir gently to mix with the butter mixture.
Cooking
- Cover and cook the chicken on low for about 4 to 6 hours until tender.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred into bite-sized pieces.
Thickening Sauce
- Combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then pour back into the slow cooker.
- Stir well and let it sit until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
Serving
- Serve the shredded chicken hot, spooning the buttery lemon garlic sauce over it.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Have all your ingredients prepped ahead for a smoother cooking experience. Adjust lemon juice according to taste, and consider searing the chicken for added flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g
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