Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe
If you love bold flavors without the effort, this Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken is about to become your new favorite. Tender chicken, fresh lemon, and loads of garlic create a dish that tastes fancy but requires zero babysitting. Just throw everything in, press a button, and pretend you worked hard. The slow cooker infuses every bite with citrusy, buttery goodness, while garlic does what it does best—makes everything irresistible. Whether you serve it over rice, pasta, or eat it straight from the pot, one thing’s for sure—leftovers won’t last long.
Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe
A zesty, garlicky, slow-cooked chicken dish that’s rich in flavor and ridiculously easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)
- 4 cloves garlic minced (or more, because why not?)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Extra lemon slices
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
- Place the chicken in the Crockpot in a single layer.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
Step 2: Add the Flavors
- Pour lemon juice and chicken broth over the chicken.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and lemon zest on top.
- Drizzle olive oil evenly over everything.
Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
- After cooking, add butter on top and let it melt into the sauce.
- Baste the chicken with the juices for extra flavor.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Transfer chicken to plates and spoon extra sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or roasted veggies.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin B6: 20%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 15%
Pro Tips for the Best Lemon Garlic Chicken
- Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness and flavor.
- Add a splash of white wine for a deeper taste.
- Throw in some baby potatoes for a complete one-pot meal.
- Double the sauce if you love drizzling it over everything.
- For crispy edges, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes after slow cooking.
