Description
This Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken recipe features tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs simmered with roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, onions, capers, and Italian seasoning. The dish is enhanced with a bright lemon-garlic marinade and makes an effortless, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 6-9 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & ground black pepper, to taste
Vegetables and Flavorings
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 8 oz roasted red peppers
- 2 tbsp capers
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 3 tsp Italian seasoning
Optional Topping
- Feta cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and ground black pepper.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and brown them for 2-3 minutes on each side to seal in the juices and develop flavor.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the sliced onions, kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, capers, and chicken broth into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly.
- Layer the Chicken: Arrange the browned chicken thighs on top of the vegetables and olives in the slow cooker.
- Mix and Pour Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for at least 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Optionally, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving for added creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- This Mediterranean chicken dish is made in your slow cooker with roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, onions, and capers. It’s packed with flavor and only takes minutes to prep.
- Browning the chicken before slow cooking enhances flavor and locks in juices.
- Use low sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and adhere to dietary preferences.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with rice, couscous, or a fresh green salad to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approximately 1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
