This Slow Cooker Chicken and Artichokes Recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with artichokes and a savory sauce. Perfect for busy days, this Crockpot recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together.
Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Artichokes
This dish features chicken thighs cooked slowly with artichoke hearts, garlic, and a blend of herbs, resulting in a delicious meal that pairs well with rice or pasta. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Mince the garlic and quarter the artichoke hearts.
- Sauté Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear until browned on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker. Add the artichoke hearts, minced garlic, chicken broth, oregano, thyme, and lemon juice.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve the chicken and artichokes over rice or pasta, spooning the sauce over the top.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
