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Slow cooker chicken thighs, juicy and flavorful.
Lady Maria

Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs That'll Make You Swoon

Tender, juicy, and richly flavored — these slow cooker chicken thighs are the weeknight comfort food you didn’t know you needed. With minimal effort and maximum satisfaction, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 325
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6–8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • large skillet (optional)
  • cutting board & knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps them brown better if you choose to sear them.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes per side (optional).
  3. Place chopped onion at the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with garlic. Lay chicken thighs over the vegetables.
  4. Pour diced tomatoes and chicken broth over chicken. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is cooked through (165°F).
  6. Remove chicken thighs. Shred with forks or serve whole, depending on preference.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

For deeper flavor, brown the chicken thighs first. Feel free to add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or mushrooms. This base recipe is flexible and adapts well to Italian, BBQ, or Asian flavor variations.