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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe
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This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken recipe offers a deliciously tender and juicy chicken infused with classic Mediterranean flavors like lemon, garlic, oregano, and thyme. Perfect for a hands-off cooking experience, it’s ideal served over rice, pasta, pita, or atop a fresh Greek salad, making it a versatile meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Aromatics

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced

Marinade and Seasonings

  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep: Place the chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker and layer the thinly sliced onion on top, creating a base of aromatics.
  2. Mix: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
  3. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook the chicken on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken is done when it is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  4. Shred: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks, allowing it to absorb the flavorful juices. Serve the shredded chicken warm with your choice of rice, pasta, pita bread, or atop a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can omit the chicken broth if you do not have it, but note the chicken will have slightly less juice though it remains moist.
  • Slow cooker temperatures vary; checking the chicken a little early helps prevent overcooking.
  • Chicken thighs are recommended for juicier, more tender results, but chicken breasts work well too. Trim excess fat from thighs if desired before cooking.

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Keywords: slow cooker, Greek chicken, Mediterranean chicken, shredded chicken, lemon chicken, easy chicken recipe

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