Description
Succulent slow cooker chicken thighs deliver comfort and convenience in one hearty dish. Juicy meat seasoned with herbs falls off the bone, promising a delightful meal with minimal kitchen effort you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken thighs by thoroughly patting them dry with paper towels, ensuring a perfect surface for seasoning.
- Create a robust flavor blend by generously coating both sides of the chicken with a mixture of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
- Preheat a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, developing a rich golden crust by searing each chicken thigh for approximately 2 minutes per side.
- Arrange a bed of thinly sliced onions and finely minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker, creating an aromatic foundation.
- Carefully position the seared chicken thighs on top of the onion and garlic layer.
- Whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl, creating a savory liquid mixture.
- Gently pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring even distribution throughout the slow cooker.
- Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to low temperature, allowing the chicken to simmer and tenderize for 6-7 hours.
- For those desiring a crispy exterior, transfer the cooked chicken to a broiler-safe dish and crisp the skin for 3-5 minutes.
- Present the succulent chicken alongside complementary sides like creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Patting chicken dry ensures better browning and helps seasonings stick, creating a more flavorful crust.
- Searing chicken before slow cooking develops a deep, rich caramelized exterior that enhances overall taste and texture.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the umami depth.
- If watching sodium intake, use low-sodium chicken broth and reduce added salt, which keeps the dish heart-healthy without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg