Description
This Crock Pot Mediterranean Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and tender chicken dish infused with aromatic curry powder, herbs, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and a splash of white wine vinegar. Slow-cooked to perfection, it is an easy and hearty meal ideal for serving over couscous, brown rice, quinoa, or whole wheat pasta.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 heaping tablespoon curry powder
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Other Ingredients
- 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes, mostly drained and chopped
- 2 (14 oz) cans quartered artichoke hearts, drained
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker base evenly.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the curry powder, dried basil, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle half of this seasoning mixture over the chicken breasts to ensure initial flavor penetration.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the mostly drained and chopped whole tomatoes, drained quartered artichoke hearts, low-sodium chicken broth, chopped onion, chopped kalamata olives, and white wine vinegar into the slow cooker over the chicken.
- Sprinkle More Seasoning: Evenly sprinkle the remaining half of the seasoning mixture on top of the layered ingredients for additional flavor.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts carefully from the slow cooker and shred or finely chop them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to allow it to absorb the rich Mediterranean flavors.
- Serve: Garnish the chicken mixture with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a burst of color and fresh herb flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the prepared Mediterranean chicken over couscous, brown rice, quinoa, or whole wheat pasta to create a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Using low-sodium chicken broth helps control the salt content of the dish.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
- You can substitute fresh herbs for dried if preferred, adjusting quantities accordingly.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
