Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken
This slow cooker shredded Mediterranean chicken is a simple, comforting kind of meal with a bright, flavorful twist. Chicken thighs tossed in a creamy marinade cook low and slow for maximum flavor. Chopped red bell pepper and kalamata olives are added for a nutritious boost. This recipe is hearty enough for a weeknight dinner and tasty enough to bring to your next potluck!
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Servings: 8
Calories: 305kcal
Ingredients
Yogurt Marinade:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp. dried oregano (divided)
- 1 tsp. dried thyme (divided)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- ½ tsp. salt
Chicken:
- 2 lb. chicken thighs
- 2 red bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
Optional toppings:
- fresh parsley
- lemon juice
Instructions
- Make the yogurt marinade: Combine Greek yogurt, ½ tsp. dried oregano, ½ tsp. dried thyme, garlic cloves, zest and juice of lemon and salt in a medium sized bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Add ¼ cup of the yogurt marinade to the bottom of the slow cooker and spread using a spoon.
- Place chicken thighs in slow cooker and add remaining yogurt sauce on top. Mix the chicken with the sauce well.
- Layer on chopped red bell pepper and sliced kalamata olives. Sprinkle on remaining ½ tsp. dried oregano and dried thyme.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 7-8 hours.
- Once chicken is cooked through, remove from slow cooker and place on a clean cutting board or in a large bowl, and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker and mix in with veggies and sauce.
- Serve chicken and veggies over brown rice or on a green salad. Top with optional parsley and lemon juice. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can sub chicken breasts for chicken thighs.
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 481mgPotassium: 374mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1124IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken
Amount per Serving
Calories
305
% Daily Value*
Fat
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
112
mg
37
%
Sodium
481
mg
21
%
Potassium
374
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
6
g
2
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
22
g
44
%
Vitamin A
1124
IU
22
%
Vitamin C
46
mg
56
%
Calcium
75
mg
8
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Very tasty! I was worried these flavors would be overpowering but, it turned out to be really good. I served over brown rice for a healthy, balanced meal.