Description
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies is a cozy one-pot meal made with tender chicken, soft vegetables, and a savory garlic butter sauce. It’s perfect for busy days when you want comfort food with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 lb baby potatoes or chopped Yukon gold potatoes
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Place potatoes, carrots, and green beans in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Lay the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic.
- Pour the garlic butter evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving if desired.
Notes
- Swap in sweet potatoes or butternut squash for a seasonal twist.
- Add a splash of chicken broth or white wine for extra sauce.
- Bone-in thighs add more flavor and richness.
- Skip potatoes and use more green vegetables for a low-carb option.
- Stir in a little cream at the end for added richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
