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Slow Cooker Chicken Thigh Dinner

Slow Cooker Chicken Thigh Dinner

A comforting and easy slow cooker meal made with tender chicken thighs, hearty vegetables, and simple seasonings. Perfect for busy days when you want a warm, home-cooked dinner with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs
Vegetables
  • 4 potatoes chopped
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Liquid
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • green beans or mushrooms (optional)

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. Chop the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic to prepare the vegetables.
  2. Place the potatoes, carrots, and onion in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and olive oil over the ingredients.
  6. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  7. Serve hot, spooning the juices over the chicken and vegetables for extra flavor.

Notes

This slow cooker chicken thigh dinner is flexible and forgiving. You can easily swap vegetables or adjust seasonings to suit your taste. Leftovers store and reheat well, making it perfect for meal prep.