Slow Cooker Chicken Dinner (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and vegetables simmered in herb-infused broth for an effortless, hearty meal.

# 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Generously season chicken thighs on all sides with salt, pepper, paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary, pressing spices into meat to adhere.
02 - Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, developing rich flavor through caramelization.
03 - Arrange carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, and garlic evenly in bottom of slow cooker, creating a bed for chicken to rest upon during cooking.
04 - Place browned chicken thighs over vegetable layer, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded for even heat distribution.
05 - Pour chicken broth over chicken and vegetables, distributing evenly throughout slow cooker.
06 - Cover and cook on low setting for 6 hours, or until chicken registers 165°F internally and vegetables are fork-tender.
07 - Ladle hot portions into bowls, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The house smells incredible all day long, which is basically free aromatherapy
  • You can dump everything in the morning and come home to dinner waiting
02 -
  • The browning step feels optional but it is actually what makes this taste like a proper dinner instead of diet food
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid during cooking, every peek adds 15-20 minutes to the cook time
03 -
  • A splash of white wine added with the broth makes this feel fancy enough for dinner guests
  • If the broth is too thin at the end, remove the lid and cook on high for 30 minutes

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