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Effortless Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with Lemon Garlic Butter

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  • Prep Time: 15-20 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-8 Hours
  • Total Time: 3 Hours 15 Minutes - 8 Hours 20 Minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 Servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner

Description

How to make tender Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with zesty lemon garlic butter that are perfect for busy weeknights and require minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • Chicken & Main Liquids:
  • 2.5–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup chicken broth, low sodium
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large lemons, zested and juiced (about 1/4 cup juice)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • Sauce Enhancers & Aromatics:
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Essential Seasonings:
  • 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Freshness & Garnish:
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep Chicken & Aromatics: Pat chicken thighs dry. In your slow cooker, combine chopped onion, minced garlic, and olive oil. This forms the aromatic base for your Easy Crock Pot Chicken thighs with Lemon Garlic Butter. A little prep now saves time later!
  2. Make Butter Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt, pepper, and dried thyme until well combined. This zesty mixture will infuse incredible flavor into your chicken.
  3. Coat & Load: Generously coat the boneless, skinless chicken thighs with the lemon garlic butter sauce. Arrange them evenly over the onion and garlic in your slow cooker. Ensure each piece is well-covered for maximum flavor.
  4. Slow Cook: Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the Easy Crock Pot Chicken thighs with Lemon Garlic Butter are fork-tender. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Once chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry, then stir into the hot liquid. Cook on high for 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Combine & Rest: Return the tender chicken thighs to the thickened lemon garlic sauce in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated. Let them rest for 5-10 minutes to absorb more of that delicious flavor. This completes the Easy Crock Pot Chicken thighs with Lemon Garlic Butter.
  7. Garnish & Serve: Garnish your flavorful Easy Crock Pot Chicken thighs with Lemon Garlic Butter with fresh chopped parsley and thin lemon slices. An optional sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a nice kick. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Avoid overcooking chicken thighs; remove promptly once fork-tender to prevent dryness and toughness.

Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 3-4 days.

Bone-in chicken thighs can be substituted; adjust cooking time, as they may need slightly longer.

Serve warm with mashed potatoes, rice, or couscous to soak up the delicious lemon garlic sauce.

Prep the sauce and chop aromatics 1-2 days ahead; store refrigerated for quick assembly.

**Allergy Information:** Dairy

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