Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

why make this recipe

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies is a fantastic dish for busy people or families. It’s an easy one-pot meal that requires minimal preparation but delivers big on flavor. The use of a slow cooker means you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Plus, with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s a hearty option that everyone will enjoy.

how to make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken tenders
• 1 lb baby carrots
• 1 1/2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes (cut into wedges)
• 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
• 1 tsp dried parsley

Directions:

1. Place the chicken in the center of your slow cooker.
2. Arrange potato wedges on one side and scatter baby carrots on the other.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley until well mixed.
4. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours.
6. Once cooked, serve hot with your favorite sides.

how to serve Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

Serve this delicious chicken and veggies dish hot right from the slow cooker. It pairs well with a simple salad or some crusty bread to soak up the buttery sauce. You can also serve it over rice for a more filling meal.

how to store Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in the microwave or on the stove until heated through. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the cooked dish for up to 3 months. Just make sure to use a container that is freezer-safe.

tips to make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

• For extra flavor, you can add some freshly chopped herbs like rosemary or basil.
• Make sure to cut the potatoes into even sizes so they cook uniformly.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a little cornstarch with cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers, green beans, or peas. For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or using a spicy seasoning blend.

FAQs

1. Can I use other cuts of chicken?
   Yes, you can use chicken thighs or drumsticks, but cooking times may vary slightly.

2. What can I substitute for butter?
   If you want to make it dairy-free, you can use olive oil or a plant-based butter substitute.

3. Can I add more vegetables?
   Absolutely! You can add any of your favorite vegetables, just be aware that cooking times might vary based on what you choose.

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

A delicious and hearty one-pot dish made with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy families.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken tenders
• 1 lb baby carrots
• 1.5 lbs Yukon gold potatoes (cut into wedges) Cut the potatoes into even sizes for uniform cooking.

Garlic Butter Sauce

• 0.5 cup salted butter (melted)
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• to taste Salt and pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
• 1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Place the chicken in the center of your slow cooker.
• Arrange potato wedges on one side and scatter baby carrots on the other.

Garlic Butter Mixture

• In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley until well mixed.
• Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.

Cooking

• Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours.
• Once cooked, serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

Serve this dish hot with a simple salad or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Keyword Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, One-Pot Meal, Slow Cooker