Slow Cooker Rosemary Lemon Chicken Thighs
Slow Cooker Rosemary Lemon Chicken Thighs are a simple and flavorful dish featuring tender, juicy chicken infused with bright lemon and aromatic rosemary. It’s a hands-off, wholesome meal perfect for busy days and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6–7 hours
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4–6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, sliced
- Optional: 1 cup baby potatoes or carrots
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or lemon slices
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Place sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer chicken thighs on top of the onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, rosemary, and chicken broth.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Optional: Add baby potatoes or carrots around the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
- Garnish with parsley or lemon slices and serve warm.
Notes
- Searing the chicken adds extra flavor but is optional.
- Use boneless thighs for quicker prep and leaner results.
- Swap rosemary for thyme or Italian seasoning if preferred.
- Add white wine instead of broth for a deeper flavor.
- To thicken the sauce, reduce it in a saucepan or use a cornstarch slurry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
