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Easy Tender Crockpot Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

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A comforting and fuss-free slow cooker recipe featuring tender bone-in chicken thighs and soft baby potatoes infused with bright Greek lemon and herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth or water

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the chicken thighs thoroughly. Halve your baby potatoes for even cooking. Mince the garlic finely and zest the lemons, then juice them.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk these together until well blended and aromatic.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and potatoes to the bowl. Toss everything so that each piece is coated evenly with the lemon-herb mixture.
  4. Pour the chicken and potatoes into the crockpot in a single layer if possible. Pour the remaining marinade over the top, and add the chicken broth or water around the edges to keep it moist.
  5. Set your crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and potatoes are soft but not falling apart.
  6. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). For crispier skin, transfer the thighs to a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the lemony pan juices over the chicken and potatoes for extra flavor.

Notes

Pat dry chicken before seasoning to help crisp skin if broiling. Use bone-in thighs for juiciness. Broil at the end for crispy skin if desired. Check potatoes at 5 hours on low to avoid mushiness. Can be made in Instant Pot using slow cook or pressure cook settings. Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated; freeze chicken and sauce separately from potatoes.

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