Slow Cooker Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Bliss

This Slow Cooker Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce is a delightful, Mediterranean-inspired dish that offers effortless preparation and restaurant-quality flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Resting Time 5

Total Time 5 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Chicken Fillets breasts or thighs work best for tenderness
2 tablespoons Olive Oil helps the herbs adhere

For the Herb Mix

1 teaspoon Salt essential for seasoning
1 teaspoon Pepper adds heat
1 tablespoon Dried Parsley adds fresh taste
1 teaspoon Thyme classic herb
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest brightens flavor

For the Sauce

4 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
1 cup Chicken Broth high-quality for rich flavor
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice for zestiness

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Directions

In a bowl, combine salt, pepper, dried parsley, thyme, and lemon zest to create a fragrant herb blend.
Rub each chicken fillet generously with olive oil, ensuring an even coat. Press the herb mixture onto the chicken pieces.
Place the coated chicken in a single layer in the slow cooker, ensuring even cooking.
Mix together minced garlic, chicken broth, and fresh lemon juice. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with lemon garlic sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. Serve with mashed potatoes or couscous.

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