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Slow cooker Garlic Butter Chicken dish garnished with herbs

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken

This slow cooker garlic butter chicken is a comforting one-pot dinner featuring tender chicken, baby red potatoes, and carrots cooked in a rich garlicky butter sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Thighs stay juicier; breasts are leaner.
  • 1.5 pounds baby red potatoes, quartered If larger, cut them smaller.
  • 1 pound whole carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced Or 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Substitute half butter and half olive oil for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt Plus extra to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Low-sodium works well.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly season the chicken with extra salt and pepper if desired, then place the pieces in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
  2. Scatter the quartered baby potatoes and carrot chunks on top and around the chicken so heat circulates evenly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken broth until combined.
  4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and vegetables, gently turning pieces and stirring slightly so everything is coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F and the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
  2. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the chicken at the thickest point. If needed, remove the lid and cook another 15 to 30 minutes.
  3. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving to add color and a fresh herb note.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a glossy sauce, skim excess fat from the top after cooking and reduce the liquid on the stovetop for a thicker jus. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours in airtight containers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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