Fresh lemon juice and a handful of minced garlic do most of the work in this slow cooker lemon garlic chicken, brightening up the chicken thighs while they turn tender. Dried oregano and thyme round out the sauce, so it tastes like more effort than it actually took.
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.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 280kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
I like to spoon the garlicky pan juices over rice or a piece of crusty bread so nothing goes to waste. It has become one of those quiet weeknight dinners I come back to whenever the fridge is looking bare.
