Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken And Veggies Recipe. This dish features tender chicken thighs and vibrant vegetables simmered in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it requires minimal effort—just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. The harmonious blend of garlic, herbs, and wholesome ingredients ensures a delightful meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying. With an ideal balance of creaminess and flavor, this recipe is bound to become a household favorite. Serve it over rice or quinoa, or enjoy it alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of that luscious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 pounds baby red potatoes, halved
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup white apple vinegar
- ¼ cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a cast iron skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- In a slow cooker, combine halved baby red potatoes, shallots, minced garlic, dried thyme, vinegar, chicken stock, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Arrange the seared chicken over the potato mixture and cover.
- Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Add broccoli florets 30 minutes before cooking time ends.
- For the sauce: whisk together heavy cream, lemon juice, and cornstarch; add to slow cooker and cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg