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Crock Pot Lemon Chicken

Crock Pot Lemon Chicken for Tender, Juicy Weeknight Meals

Enjoy this tender Crock Pot Lemon Chicken, a flavorful and effortless dish perfect for weekday dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken (cut up) Substitute with bone-in parts or boneless thighs if preferred.
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Salt Adjust for dietary preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Use freshly ground for best results.
For browning and flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative.
For acidity and brightness
  • 2 pieces Lemons (cut into thick slices) Consider using just the juice or swapping with oranges.
For depth of flavor
  • 3 bulbs Garlic (tops cut off) Roasting enhances sweetness.
For moisture
  • 2 cups Chicken or Vegetable Stock Can substitute with broth from any cooked poultry.
For herbal essence
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can further enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • heavy-bottomed pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown in batches for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Layer the bottom of the crock pot with lemon slices and prepared garlic bulbs to infuse flavor.
  3. Place browned chicken pieces over the lemon and garlic layer, then pour in the stock to keep the chicken moist.
  4. Top with remaining lemon slices and sprinkle with dried thyme.
  5. Set slow cooker to low and cook for 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Strain the cooking broth to remove solids.
  7. In a pan, melt butter, whisk in flour until golden, then gradually incorporate the strained broth to thicken the gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and be sure to brown the chicken properly for maximum taste.

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