Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs are the ultimate comfort food, offering a blend of tender, juicy meat and rich flavors. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this dish transforms into a hassle-free delight that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these chicken thighs can be enjoyed on their own or paired with rice, veggies, or even in tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the sauce: 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Flip and sear for another minute.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Transfer chicken, onions, and garlic to the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle with seasonings.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce and honey (or brown sugar) until combined. Pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Serve with sauce drizzled over chicken alongside rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or spices like smoked paprika.