Description
This Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken thighs and Yukon gold potatoes with a robust lemon and herb marinade. Cooked slowly in a crockpot, this meal requires minimal prep and delivers rich, zesty flavors perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Vegetables
- 4 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 1 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion
- 6 cloves garlic, sliced
Marinade
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Combine the chicken thighs, potatoes, chopped onion, and sliced garlic in a 6-quart slow cooker, spreading evenly.
- Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, rosemary, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Coat Chicken and Veggies: Drizzle the marinade over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or on High for 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender.
- Optional Broil for Browning: Preheat your oven broiler and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Transfer the chicken thighs to the baking sheet and broil 4 to 5 inches from the heat until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Brown the Potatoes: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet and broil until they are browned, about 2 to 3 minutes more. Add the potatoes back to the serving dish with the chicken.
- Serve: Drizzle the reserved cooking liquid over the chicken and potatoes, garnish with additional lemon zest, and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken drumsticks if preferred.
- Adjust crushed red pepper according to your desired heat level.
- To save time, skip the broiling step if you prefer softer textures without the browned crust.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer for safety.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
