Slow Cooker Chicken Dinner (Printable)

Tender chicken and vegetables slow-cooked in herb-infused sauce

# What You’ll 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 coverage.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken thighs and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. This step enhances flavor depth.
03 - Layer carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, and minced garlic evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
04 - Place browned chicken thighs on top of the vegetable bed, positioning them in a single layer for even cooking.
05 - Pour chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring even distribution.
06 - Cover with lid and cook on low setting for 6 hours. Chicken should be tender and falling off the bone, with vegetables fully cooked through.
07 - Transfer to serving plates or bowls, spooning vegetables and cooking juices over chicken. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chicken becomes fall-apart tender without any hands-on time during cooking
  • Your whole house fills with that cozy, comforting aroma that makes everyone feel instantly at home
02 -
  • The chicken is done when it pulls away easily from the bone with just a gentle tug
  • If your sauce looks too thin at the end, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to let it reduce
03 -
  • Do not lift the lid during cooking, every peek adds 15-20 minutes to the cooking time
  • Set everything out the night before for an even quicker morning assembly

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