Easy and Delicious Chicken Crockpot Recipes for Every Day

Looking for delicious and effortless chicken crockpot recipes that practically cook themselves? Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, these slow cooker dishes will save you time and deliver mouthwatering flavor. From creamy comfort food to zesty, protein-packed meals — you won’t want to miss what’s coming next!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion sliced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 3 carrots peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

• 6-quart slow cooker
• Cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• Measuring spoons
• Measuring cup
• Small mixing bowl
• Wooden spoon

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika. I like to press the seasonings into the meat a bit so they really stick and flavor each bite.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on each side for about 2 minutes. This step adds a golden layer of flavor and helps lock in the juices.
3. Step 3: Nestle the seared chicken into the bottom of the slow cooker.
4. Step 4: Top the chicken with sliced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery. These cook down beautifully, infusing the chicken with flavor while adding sweet and savory notes.
5. Step 5: Pour in the chicken broth. It does not seem like much, but the chicken will release its own juices to create a delicious base.
6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours. This is the magic hour when the chicken becomes fall-apart tender and all the flavors deepen.
7. Step 7: When done, carefully remove the chicken and vegetables to a serving platter. I use a slotted spoon to keep everything intact, especially the tender carrots.
8. Step 8: Whisk together the cornstarch and water in a separate bowl to create a slurry. Stir it into the liquid left in the crockpot.
9. Step 9: Turn the slow cooker to high and cook uncovered for about 10 to 15 minutes. The sauce will thicken slightly to coat the chicken and veggies beautifully.
10. Step 10: Spoon the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve warm. Try not to skip the parsley — that fresh pop of green really livens up the flavors.

Nutrition per serving

For extra flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan and do not skip the lemon zest. Leftovers keep well for 2 days in the fridge.

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Chicken Crockpot Recipes

This comforting chicken crockpot recipe brings together tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and savory herbs cooked low and slow for a deliciously easy and nourishing meal just like grandma used to make. Set it in the morning and come home to a ready-to-serve dinner the whole family will love.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion sliced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 3 carrots peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

 

• Season the chicken thighs evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides just until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
• Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
• Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery on top of the chicken.
• Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
• Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours or until chicken is tender and falling apart.
• Once cooked, remove chicken and vegetables to a serving platter.
• In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Add to the liquid in the slow cooker and stir.
• Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for another 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
• Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSodium: 560mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

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