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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

A simple and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken infused with the aromas of lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 large lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Toast the garlic for a better flavor.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano Double for stronger flavor.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme Double for stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the thinly sliced onion on top of the chicken.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, sea salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. 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 reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/75°C.
  2. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks right in the slow cooker to soak up the juices.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.