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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken

Savory Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken for Easy Dinners

This Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken combines tender chicken, tomatoes, olives, and herbs for a hassle-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can swap with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
For the Sauce
  • 14 oz Diced Tomatoes Adds moisture and flavor base.
  • 1 cup Kalamata Olives, halved Green olives can be an alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced Yellow or white onions work as substitutes.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil Fresh basil can replace it.
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, optional Omit if a milder taste is desired.
For Seasoning
  • Salt & Black Pepper, to taste Adjust according to personal preference.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley Can substitute with fresh cilantro.
For Serving
  • Cooked Couscous or Quinoa Provides a hearty base for sauce.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Scatter red onion, minced garlic, and Kalamata olives over the chicken.
  4. Pour the diced tomatoes over the layered ingredients without stirring.
  5. Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Check for doneness, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve the chicken over couscous or quinoa and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish tastes even better as leftovers and is perfect for meal prep.

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