Description
This Slow Cooker Greek Chicken recipe features tender, flavorful chicken thighs cooked low and slow with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and tangy Kalamata olives. Enhanced with sun-dried tomatoes and finished with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley, it’s an easy, wholesome Mediterranean-inspired main dish perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Add-ins
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
For Serving
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, then add the sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Toss the mixture gently to coat the chicken evenly with the marinade and distribute the add-ins.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 6 to 7 hours, or alternatively on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked through.
- Serve and Garnish: Before serving, spoon some of the cooking juices over the chicken for added moisture and flavor. Sprinkle the chicken with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm alongside rice, couscous, or pita bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Chicken breasts may be substituted for thighs, but reduce cooking time slightly to avoid drying out the meat.
- For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight before cooking in the slow cooker.
- Pair this dish with tzatziki sauce or a refreshing Greek salad for a full Mediterranean-inspired meal.
