Description
Indulge in the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean with this Slow Cooker Greek Chicken! Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish features tender chicken simmered with roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese. With its easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, you’ll enjoy a nutritious meal that pleases everyone at the table. Just set your slow cooker and let the flavors meld together for a deliciously satisfying dish. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad to complete your meal and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- ½ cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers
- 1 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Instructions
- Coat the slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides for about 2 minutes each.
- Place browned chicken in the slow cooker. Arrange roasted red peppers, olives, and onion around the chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, red wine vinegar, oregano, and thyme; pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 hours or low for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm topped with feta cheese and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg