Description
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean right to your dining table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken cooked slowly with roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this healthy dish is rich in protein and healthy fats, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion. Whether served over rice, quinoa, or tossed into a salad, this Greek-inspired meal offers versatility and convenience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- 1 medium red onion
- ½ cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown on both sides for 1-2 minutes each.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a slow cooker. Surround with roasted red peppers, olives, and onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, garlic, honey, oregano, and thyme. Pour over the chicken mixture.
- Cook on high for 1.5 to 2 hours or low for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm with crumbled feta and fresh herbs over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 679mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 102mg