Name: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ¾ lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs (Thighs stay incredibly moist in the slow cooker); 1 tsp Dried thyme (Earthy slightly minty note); 1 tsp Dried rosemary (Pine-like peppery aroma); 1 tsp Dried oregano (Robust Mediterranean flavor); 1 tsp each Garlic powder & onion powder (Savory backbone); 1 tsp Kosher salt (Enhances all flavors); ½ tsp Black pepper (Gentle warmth); ½ tsp Paprika (Warm color and mild sweetness); ¼ tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (Subtle background heat; adjust to taste); ¼ cup Chicken broth or water (Provides necessary cooking liquid); 1 small Lemon (Sliced into ¼-inch rounds); 3 Tbsp Unsalted butter (Sliced; melts into broth for a rich luxurious sauce)

Description

Tender, juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked in a bright, buttery lemon-garlic sauce with fragrant herbs. This dump-and-go recipe requires just a handful of pantry staples and delivers melt-in-your-mouth flavor with zero fuss.

Ingredients

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1 3/4 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs (Thighs stay incredibly moist in the slow cooker)
1 tsp Dried thyme (Earthy slightly minty note)
1 tsp Dried rosemary (Pine-like peppery aroma)
1 tsp Dried oregano (Robust Mediterranean flavor)
1 tsp each Garlic powder & onion powder (Savory backbone)
1 tsp Kosher salt (Enhances all flavors)
1/2 tsp Black pepper (Gentle warmth)
1/2 tsp Paprika (Warm color and mild sweetness)
1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (Subtle background heat; adjust to taste)
1/4 cup Chicken broth or water (Provides necessary cooking liquid)
1 small Lemon (Sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
3 Tbsp Unsalted butter (Sliced; melts into broth for a rich luxurious sauce)

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Instructions

Create the Seasoning Blend:

In a small bowl, whisk together thyme, rosemary, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

Season the Chicken:

Pat chicken thighs dry. Sprinkle the seasoning blend over all sides, pressing gently to adhere.

Assemble in the Slow Cooker:

Arrange chicken in a single layer in the slow cooker.
Pour broth or water over the top.
Lay lemon slices evenly over the chicken.
Dot with slices of butter.

Cook:

Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fall-apart tender and reaches 165°F (74°C) internal.

Serve:

Remove chicken and lemons from the cooker.
Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid, then spoon the lemon-garlic-butter sauce over the chicken.
Serve hot with rice or your favorite side to soak up every drop.

Notes

High-Heat Option: For a shorter cook, set the slow cooker to HIGH for 2–3 hours.
Skimming Fat: If you prefer a lighter sauce, skim surface fat before serving.
Make-Ahead: Prep everything the night before; refrigerate and cook in the morning.
Energy Efficient: A slow cooker on LOW uses about the same energy as a 75-watt light bulb—great for hot days!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Nutrition

Calories: 450