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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies


  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting dish of tender chicken and vibrant veggies drenched in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken tenders
  • 1 lb baby carrots
  • 1 ½ lbs Yukon gold potatoes (cut into wedges)
  • ½ cup salted butter (melted)
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken in the center of your slow cooker.
  2. Arrange the potato wedges on one side of the chicken and scatter the baby carrots on the other.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley until well mixed.
  4. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the garlic and butter mixture for 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to substitute chicken tenders for thighs or plant-based proteins for a vegetarian option.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: slow cooker, garlic butter, chicken recipe, easy dinner, family meal