Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
Enjoy moist, juicy chicken with bright Mediterranean flavors, roasted red peppers, and feta. Easy and healthy!
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet for browning chicken
- 1 Slow cooker or pressure cooker
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil to get the chicken golden
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs seasoned with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jar roasted red peppers 12 ounces, drained and chopped
- 1 cup kalamata olives drained
- 1 medium red onion cut into half-inch chunks
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar the acid punch that brightens everything up
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic about 3 large cloves
- 1 teaspoon honey to balance acidity
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown in the skillet on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer browned chicken to the slow cooker or pressure cooker.
- Add roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, red onion chunks, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and honey. Stir gently.
- Sprinkle dried oregano and thyme over it, cover, then cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs and feta cheese if desired.
Notes
All slow cookers vary in temperature and time. Adjust according to your model. Serve warm for best flavor.