Description
Indulge in the taste of the Mediterranean with this Slow Cooker Greek Chicken, a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables and zesty seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic. Featuring roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and a sprinkle of feta cheese, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 cup kalamata olives, drained
- 1 medium red onion, cut into ½-inch chunks
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (from about 3 large cloves)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ½ cup feta cheese (optional, for serving)
- Chopped fresh herbs (any mix of fresh basil, parsley, or thyme)
Instructions
- Lightly coat a 5-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; brown for 2 minutes on each side.
- Arrange browned chicken in the slow cooker and add roasted red peppers, olives, and red onion around it.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, garlic, honey, oregano, and thyme; pour over chicken and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on high for 1½ to 2 hours or low for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm topped with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1½ to 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 110mg