Description
This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts or thighs cooked with fragrant herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and onions in a slow cooker. The slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a delicious, savory meal perfect for serving with rice, pasta, pita, or atop a fresh Greek salad. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that requires minimal prep and hands-off cooking time.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
Cooking Liquid & Seasoning
- 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
- Prep: Gather all ingredients and thinly slice the onion to prepare for layering.
- Place Chicken and Onion: Place the chicken breasts or thighs evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker. Top the chicken with the thinly sliced onion to impart sweetness and flavor.
- Mix Seasoning Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add Sauce to Slow Cooker: Pour the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on LOW heat setting for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker so it absorbs the flavorful juices. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Serve the shredded Greek chicken warm with your choice of rice, pasta, pita bread, or atop a fresh Greek salad for a wholesome meal.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for more moisture and richer flavor; chicken breasts will yield a leaner dish.
- If you prefer, add sliced bell peppers or olives for added texture and taste.
- Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste – more oregano and lemon can enhance the Greek flavor profile.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and can be easily doubled for larger groups.
