Italian Crockpot Chicken Thighs
A comforting Italian dish featuring chicken thighs simmered in a flavorful tomato and herb sauce, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Total Time: 435 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Sear the chicken thighs in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the chicken thighs to the slow cooker.
- Add diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped onion, and Italian herbs on top of the chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken if desired and serve over pasta or with crusty bread.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the level of garlic and herbs based on your preference. For a creamy twist, add a splash of heavy cream before serving. This dish is forgiving and can accommodate various modifications.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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