Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken And Veggies
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken and Veggies Recipe. This dish features tender chicken thighs simmered with vibrant vegetables in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s perfect for any occasion. With minimal prep and the slow cooker doing all the work, you can savor a delicious meal without the hassle. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as it cooks to perfection!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 pounds baby red potatoes, halved
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ¼ cup white apple vinegar
- ¼ cup chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in a skillet with butter until golden brown.
- In a slow cooker, combine halved potatoes, vinegar, chicken stock, chopped shallots, garlic, and thyme.
- Place seared chicken on top of potato mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Add broccoli during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- For sauce: whisk cream, lemon juice, and cornstarch; stir into slow cooker and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with sauce drizzled over chicken and veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg