Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe Easy and Healthy
This slow cooker garlic butter chicken is rich, comforting, and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry using paper towels, then season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring it’s evenly spaced for even cooking.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker to keep the chicken moist and enhance the flavors.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and juicy.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken before serving for an extra burst of color and flavor.
Notes
For extra flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor, and avoid opening the lid during cooking to maintain steam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 35
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