Cooker Chicken Recipe

Introduction

Greek Chicken is a flavorful and tender slow-cooked dish infused with lemon, garlic, and classic Mediterranean herbs. It’s a simple recipe perfect for easy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with rice, pasta, or fresh salad for a taste of the Mediterranean at home.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 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. Step 1: Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the thinly sliced onion on top of the chicken.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, sea salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C.
4. Step 4: Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks right in the slow cooker so it can soak up the juices. Serve warm with rice, pasta, pita, or on top of a Greek salad.

Tips & Variations

• Use thighs for juicier chicken or breasts for a leaner option.
• Add a handful of kalamata olives or crumbled feta cheese for extra Greek flavor.
• Marinate the chicken in the broth mixture for an hour before cooking for deeper flavor.
• Serve with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce to complete the meal.

Storage

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a small splash of broth to keep it moist. This dish also freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken in this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but increase the cooking time slightly and ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) before serving.

Is this recipe suitable for slow cookers of all sizes?

It works best in a 4-6 quart slow cooker to allow even cooking. Adjust quantities if your slow cooker is significantly larger or smaller.

Cooker Chicken Recipe

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This Greek Chicken recipe features tender, flavorful chicken slow-cooked with aromatic herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and onions. Perfectly shredded and soaked with savory juices, it makes an ideal protein for serving with rice, pasta, pita, or atop a refreshing Greek salad.

• Author: Nethan
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
• Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

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

Marinade & Sauce

• 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: Begin by gathering all your ingredients and thinly slicing the onion so it’s ready to layer over the chicken.
2. Layer Chicken and Onion: Place the boneless skinless chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker, then evenly arrange the thinly sliced onion on top of the chicken pieces.
3. Mix Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour Marinade: Pour the prepared marinade mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are coated.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken becomes tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Shred Chicken: Once fully cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, allowing it to soak up the flavorful juices.
7. Serve: Serve the shredded Greek chicken warm alongside rice, pasta, pita bread, or use it as a protein topping for a Greek salad.

Notes

• Using thighs will result in juicier chicken, but chicken breasts work well too.
• Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill before serving will enhance the flavor even more.
• For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and reduce the cooking liquid by simmering it on the stovetop.

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