Description
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This Mediterranean-inspired meal features tender chicken simmered with roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese, creating a delightful combination of tastes and textures. Ideal for meal prepping, this healthy recipe is packed with protein and healthy fats, ensuring it’s both satisfying and nourishing. Serve it over rice or quinoa, or use it in wraps for a versatile dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 cup kalamata olives, drained
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ½ cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Brown the chicken for 1-2 minutes on each side, then transfer to a slow cooker.
- Add roasted red peppers, olives, and red onion around the chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, oregano, and thyme; pour over chicken and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 hours or low for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm topped with feta cheese and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg