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Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken

Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken delivers savory and zesty flavors that melt away the bustle of a busy day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Can use bone-in for more flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Paprika
For the Seasoning Mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
For the Sauce
  • 2 pcs Fresh Lemons Zest and juice both.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well-combined.
  2. Zest two fresh lemons and then juice them, ensuring no seeds get into the mix.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker in an even layer.
  4. Sprinkle the spice blend over the chicken and evenly distribute the minced garlic and lemon zest.
  5. Pour the lemon juice over the chicken, followed by dotting with butter.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
  7. Once cooked, place the chicken on a serving platter, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust cooking times as needed for chicken type.

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