Slow Cooker Chicken Dinner (Printable)
Tender chicken with vegetables in herb-infused sauce, slow-cooked to perfection for an easy hearty meal.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
03 - 3 medium potatoes, cut into cubes
04 - 1 large onion, sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Sauces & Liquids
07 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Spices & Herbs
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
11 - 1 teaspoon paprika
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Generously season chicken thighs on all sides with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary, ensuring even coating.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. This step develops deeper flavor but is optional.
03 - Layer carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, and garlic evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
04 - Arrange browned chicken thighs over the bed of vegetables, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded.
05 - Pour chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables, distributing evenly throughout the slow cooker.
06 - Cover with lid and cook on low setting for 6 hours. Chicken should be tender and falling off the bone, and vegetables completely soft.
07 - Ladle hot portions onto plates, ensuring each serving contains both chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The house smells incredible all day long, like someone else has been cooking for you
- Its practically foolproof even on busy weekdays when you need dinner waiting for you
- Leftovers taste even better the next day, if there are any
02 -
- Skip the searing step and you'll still get a good dinner, but do it and you'll get an amazing one
- Don't lift the lid during cooking, every peek adds 15-20 minutes to the time
03 -
- Pat the chicken really dry before seasoning for better browning
- Place the chicken skin-side up if there's any skin remaining for the best presentation