Lemon Garlic Butter Crock Pot Chicken Thighs
A delicious and effortless crock pot recipe featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken Thighs (bone-in or boneless, skinless)
- 1/2 cup unsalted Butter
- 4-5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 large Lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl and whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken thighs in the crock pot and pour the lemon garlic sauce over them, ensuring they are coated.
- Pour chicken broth into the crock pot around the chicken, avoiding washing off the sauce.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the crock pot and serve hot, with reduced cooking liquid if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the chicken to rest before serving.