Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that requires minimal effort. Using a Crockpot, you can achieve tender and juicy chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

The recipe is designed to be easy to follow, allowing you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker does all the work. Serve it with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Easy Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken

This dish features chicken thighs or breasts slow-cooked with lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, resulting in a deliciously tender meal. The recipe takes about 6 hours on low heat and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, sliced for garnish
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
Mix the Marinade: In a bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and olive oil.
Add to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over the top. Add lemon slices on top of the chicken.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy with rice or steamed vegetables.