Crockpot Greek Chicken

It’s slow cooker season, and I’m kicking it off with a bang! This Crockpot Greek Chicken is my new weeknight best friend, bursting with bright flavors.

With only 15 minutes of hands-on time, it’s easy, versatile, and super delicious – perfect for those busy days when I want a tasty meal without the hassle.

I just can’t get enough of crockpot cooking. It’s a breeze to use, and the meat always become tender and delectable.

From the insanely easy Kalua Pork, to the magically delicious Tuscan Chicken, there are so many ways to make that crock work.

Ingredient Notes

For exact measurements, please see the recipe card at the end of the post. Here is what you’re going to need:

• Chicken – Thighs are my top pick for slow cooking. If you really want to use breasts, adjust the cooking time down to prevent overcooking.
• Roasted red peppers – Fresh bell peppers can be used as well. I love the extra flavor layer of the roasted peppers, and use jarred. You can always roast your own peppers, but crockpot meals are supposed to be easy, right?
• Olives – Any of your preferred varieties. In this case, I used 15 kalamata and 6 green.
• Onions – Red would be most traditionally Greek. Today I had white.
• Olive oil – A staple in Greek cooking. Use extra virgin for deeper flavor, or regular to allow the other flavors to shine more.
• Lemon – If you don’t have any fresh lemons on hand, substitute 2 tablespoon of red wine vinegar.
• Honey – For a keto alternative, use monk fruit sweetener.
• Garlic – Fresh is always best.
• Fresh herbs – Dried herbs are more potent, so use them in a 1:3 ratio (dried:fresh) if fresh are not available.
• Salt and pepper
• For garnish – Feta cheese (freshly crumbled) and cherry tomatoes.

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Recipe

1. Brown the chicken: Although it’s not entirely necessary, I prefer to give the chicken a quick sear. It really enhances the overall flavors. I heat a little oil in a skillet, then sear the chicken for about 5 minutes per side before adding it to the crock pot.

2. Add remaining ingredients: I arrange red pepper, olives, and onion in the spaces between the chicken thighs. Then, in a bowl, I whisk together all the other ingredients before pouring the mixture all over the top of the chicken.

3. Cook: I place the lid on the crockpot and let it cook for 3-4 hours on high, or 6-8 hours on low. While it’s cooking, be sure to check out our collection of favorite Greek recipes!

Serving Suggestions

Now this is where things really get fun, as this is a super versatile recipe.

This time, I served my chicken with Lemon Rice, which pairs so beautifully with the Greek-inspired chicken.

I also love it with variety of other grains and starches such as orzo, couscous, quinoa or roasted or mashed potatoes.

For a quick and easy option, I add a side of crusty bread, perfect for sopping up the cooking juices. Maybe add Greek Horiatiki Salad to round things out.

You can also shred the chicken, which opens up a whole extra bunch of possibilities. I stuff it in pita along with cucumbers and Tzatziki. I also use it as a topper for a green salad. Or, toss it in pasta, wrap it in lettuce wraps, or stuff bell peppers or zucchini with the chicken.

Give your crockpot night a Greek makeover with this easy and delicious chicken recipe. It’s one of my new favorites, and I hope it becomes one of yours!

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Crockpot Greek Chicken

Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 3 hours

Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes

This Crockpot Greek Chicken is an easy meal bursting with great flavors, perfect for impressing guests, of an easy weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

• 6 chicken thighs, bone-in skin-on
• 8oz jar roasted red peppers, drained and cut into strips
• 1 cup olives (mixed green and kalamata)
• ½ medium white or red onion, sliced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp honey (for keto version, use monk fruit sweetener)
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 Tbsp fresh thyme
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp salt
• crumbled feta cheese, for garnish
• cherry tomatoes, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat a little oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Generously season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken thighs to slow cooker, skin side up.
2. Arrange red pepper, olives and onion in the spaces between the chicken thighs.
3. In a bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients (olive oil, honey, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper). Pour this mixture all over the top of the chicken.
4. Place lid on crock pot and cook for 3-4 hours on high, or 6-8 hours on low, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 185°F.

Notes

1. Searing the chicken is an optional step. You can simply dump everything in the crock pot and cook for a shortcut. However, we highly recommend this step, as it adds a lot of flavor.
2. In absence of fresh herbs, use 1 teaspoon or dried in place of 1 tablespoon dried.
3. Technically, chicken can be safely consumed at 165°F. If you prefer your chicken to have some chew to it, you can adjust the cooking time down and stop there. For fall off the bone tender chicken thighs (which is our preference), cook to 185°F. If using breast, cook just to 165°F.
4. Leftovers: Our Greek chicken stores very well, making it a great meal prep idea. Allow to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for 3-4 days, or freeze up to 3 months. If freezing, thaw overnight in the fridge before using.
   Reheat in the microwave, or on stovetop over medium heat, adding a little water if needed.

Nutrition Information

Yield 6 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 386Total Fat 26gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 19gCholesterol 166mgSodium 418mgCarbohydrates 10gFiber 2gSugar 5gProtein 31g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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