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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken bathed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. This hands-off recipe allows the slow cooker to do the work, creating a savory and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 4 breasts boneless, skinless chicken 1.5 pounds total.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks.
  • 6 cloves garlic minced.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the garlic mixture over the chicken, making sure the chicken is well coated.
  • Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and place the pieces on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for 6 hours.
  • Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks, mixing it with the buttery garlic sauce.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can serve this dish with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.
Feel free to adjust the garlic amount based on your preference for a stronger or milder garlic flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.