Description
A comforting, slow-cooked chicken dish infused with fresh lemon and fragrant herbs, perfect for easy family meals.
Ingredients
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2 pounds (900 g) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
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2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
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1 teaspoon fine sea salt (5 g)
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper (2 g)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder (3 g)
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1 teaspoon dried oregano (2 g)
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1 teaspoon dried thyme (2 g)
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary (2 g)
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2 lemons, thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced (about 9 g)
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (240 ml)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch (8 g) mixed with 2 tablespoons water (30 ml), optional
Instructions
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Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
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Sear the chicken in olive oil until lightly golden, then transfer to the slow cooker.
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Add garlic and lemon slices over the chicken.
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Pour chicken broth around the chicken.
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Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
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Optional: Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry before serving.
Notes
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Boneless chicken can be used with reduced cooking time.
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Add vegetables for a complete one-pot meal.
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Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours