Lemon Pepper Chicken - Crock Pot
This Lemon Pepper Chicken Crock Pot recipe delivers effortlessly tender chicken slow-cooked to perfection for a mouthwatering meal.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280kcal
Equipment
- Crock Pot/ Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skinless (you can use boneless too)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ cup chicken broth
- salt and pepper to taste
fresh parsley for garnish - optional
Instructions
- Mix the lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs into a shallow dish or gallon-size freezer bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Allow the chicken to marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and heat until hot but not smoking. Sear the chicken thighs on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken thighs to the slow cooker.
- Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet and bring to a boil. Scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan. Pour the chicken marinade over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Set the slow cooker on low heat and cook for 4-6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Serve the lemon pepper chicken over rice or with your favorite side dishes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy this effortlessly flavorful and comforting dish!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 2g