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Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken Easy One‑Pot Dinner for Busy Families


  • Author: Jordan Reed
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Discover the perfect weeknight dinner with Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, a slow‑cooker masterpiece featuring juicy chicken thighs drenched in a buttery garlic sauce, tender baby potatoes, and sweet carrots. This easy recipe uses simple pantry staples, requires no extra cooking steps, and delivers rich, comforting flavors that appeal to the whole family. Ideal for busy schedules, the dish cooks unattended, making it a reliable go‑to for flavorful, hassle‑free meals. Perfect for family meals now


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup grape juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and place them in the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Melt the butter and combine with minced garlic, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and paprika; stir to blend.
  3. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken, then add the halved baby potatoes and sliced carrots around the meat.
  4. Drizzle the grape juice over everything, cover, and cook on low 6‑8 hours or high 3‑4 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Stir the sauce gently before serving, and spoon extra sauce over each serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor
  • sear the chicken thighs in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Family Dinners
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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