Description
Succulent Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs elevate weeknight dinners with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Juicy, tender meat infused with aromatic herbs promises a comforting meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
Instructions
- Seasoning Prep: Thoroughly coat chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary, ensuring even coverage on both sides.
- Searing Stage: Quickly caramelize chicken in hot olive oil over medium-high heat, developing a rich golden crust that enhances overall flavor profile (approximately 2-3 minutes per side).
- Slow Cooker Foundation: Create a aromatic base by layering sliced onions and minced garlic across the bottom of the slow cooker, which will infuse the chicken with deep, savory notes.
- Liquid Infusion: Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, then gently pour the mixture over the seasoned chicken to ensure complete moisture and flavor penetration.
- Cooking Process: Secure the lid and slow cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become supremely tender and fully cooked through.
- Finishing Touch: For an optional crisp exterior, transfer chicken to broiler and brown for 3-5 minutes, creating a delectable caramelized skin that adds textural contrast.
- Serving Suggestion: Plate the succulent chicken alongside complementary sides like creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted seasonal vegetables for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Searing chicken thighs before slow cooking creates a rich, caramelized exterior that enhances overall taste and texture.
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to ensure maximum moisture and tenderness during slow cooking process.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like za’atar, Italian blend, or Cajun spices to transform the dish’s flavor profile.
- For low-sodium diets, replace soy sauce with coconut aminos and use low-sodium chicken broth to reduce salt content while maintaining delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg