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slow cooker chicken dinners

Slow Cooker Chicken Dinners: 5 Comforting Meals to Cherish


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A warm and comforting slow cooker chicken dinner that is easy to prepare and perfect for any night.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Add the chicken broth, mixed vegetables, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the top.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
  5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for a richer flavor.
  • Use frozen vegetables if fresh ones are not available.
  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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