🥘 Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Chicken (Juicy & Flavor-Packed)
🧾 Ingredients
- 5–6 chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for freshness)
👨🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together broth, olive oil/butter, garlic, brown sugar, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. - Add Chicken to Slow Cooker
Place raw chicken evenly in the slow cooker. - Pour Sauce
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken. (Just like in your image 👍) - Cook
- LOW: 5–6 hours
- HIGH: 2.5–3 hours
- Optional Finish
For a golden look, broil the chicken for 3–5 minutes after cooking. - Serve
Spoon extra sauce over the top and serve hot.
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, but thawing first gives better flavor and even cooking.
Q2: How do I make it creamy?
Add 1/2 cup cream or cream cheese in the last 30 minutes.
Q3: Can I add vegetables?
Yes! Potatoes, carrots, or zucchini cook perfectly with it.
Q4: Is it spicy?
No, but you can add chili flakes or hot sauce.
Q5: How to store leftovers?
Keep in fridge for 3–4 days or freeze up to 2 months.