Crock Pot Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken is a flavorful and convenient dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, zesty sauce. Using a slow cooker, this recipe melds the bright tang of lemon with the savory depth of garlic and butter.
The result is a dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting family meal. Simply season the chicken, let it cook slowly, and enjoy a delicious, hassle-free dinner.
Crock Pot Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken
INGREDIENTS LIST FOR THE CROCK POT LEMON GARLIC BUTTER CHICKEN
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6-8 boneless chicken thighs, skinless or with skin
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes, or Cayenne (optional)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 garlic cloves, sliced or minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 stick butter, diced
Zest of half a lemon
Juice of one lemon
1/3 cup chicken stock
Chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices, for garnish.
DIRECTIONS
- To make this crockpot chicken recipe: Place chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Combine 1/3 cup chicken stock, lemon juice, and zest, and pour over chicken thighs. In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, crushed red chili pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken thighs. Top with fresh minced garlic and diced butter.
- Cover the crockpot and cook for 3-4 hours on HIGH or 6-8 hours on LOW.
- Garnish your crockpot chicken dinner with chopped parsley and garnish with lemon slices. Serve hot with cauliflower rice, spiralized zucchini noodles, rice, pasta or quinoa.
The nutritional information for Crock Pot Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken can vary depending on the specific recipe and portion size. However, here’s a general idea based on a typical serving:.
- Calories: 300-400 per serving
- Protein: 25-35 grams
- Fat: 20-30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2-5 grams
- Fiber: 0-1 grams
- Sugar: 1-3 grams.
These values are approximate and can change based on the amounts and types of ingredients used, such as the amount of butter, the cut of chicken, and any additional ingredients. For precise information, it’s best to use a nutritional calculator with the specific recipe details.