Some nights you want a real dinner without the fuss, and Slow Cooker Chicken and Leeks Recipe handles that. With 4 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless, 2 large leeks, cleaned and sliced, 3 cloves garlic, minced doing the work in the crock, you get tender results and an easy cleanup.
Using a crockpot allows the flavors to meld beautifully over time, resulting in a comforting dish that can be served with rice or crusty bread.
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Leeks Recipe
This recipe features chicken thighs slow-cooked with leeks, garlic, and herbs in a savory broth. It takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
- 2 large leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Clean and slice the leeks, and mince the garlic.
- Sear the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the sliced leeks and minced garlic in the slow cooker. Add the seared chicken thighs on top, then pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle with thyme.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with rice or bread.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
When I make Slow Cooker Chicken and Leeks Recipe I like to set the slow cooker before work so dinner is waiting. It is forgiving, so small changes in the seasoning will not ruin it.
