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Crock Pot Chicken Thighs

Tender Crock Pot Chicken Thighs in Savory Garlic Sauce

Enjoy the succulent and flavorful Crock Pot Chicken Thighs simmered in a savory garlic herb sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Maximum tenderness and flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Provides moisture and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce For umami depth.
  • 4 cloves garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Introduces sweetness.
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper Adjust according to preference.
For Thickening (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons cold water Used to create slurry.

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, onion powder, and black pepper until combined.
  2. Pat dry chicken thighs with paper towels and place them in the crock pot in a single layer.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours until cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from the crock pot and mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, then whisk into the remaining sauce.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the thickened sauce and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For crispy skin, broil chicken for 3-5 minutes after cooking. Ensure chicken is fully thawed before cooking.

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