Chicken with Thyme and Garlic Sauce Crock Pot

Transform your weeknight dinners with this decadent Chicken with Thyme and Garlic Sauce made effortlessly in a crock pot. This recipe features tender, golden-brown seared chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection in a creamy, aromatic garlic and thyme sauce. Infused with the earthy notes of fresh thyme, savory garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon, this dish strikes the perfect balance of rich and refreshing flavors. The sauce, thickened with a buttery roux and enhanced with a splash of heavy cream, clings luxuriously to each bite. Ideal for busy schedules, the recipe requires minimal prep time and lets your crock pot do all the work, creating a restaurant-worthy meal in just a few hours. Serve it with comforting sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables, and top it with fresh parsley for a beautiful finishing touch. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add the butter and allow it to melt. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over the garlic and whisk continuously for another 1 minute to create a roux.

Step 4

Slowly stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice, whisking to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the fresh thyme and stir to incorporate.

Step 5

Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the crock pot. Pour the garlic and thyme sauce evenly over the chicken.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot. If the sauce is thinner than desired, transfer it to a small saucepan and simmer on the stovetop for 5-7 minutes until reduced and thickened. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

To serve, place the chicken on a platter or individual plates and spoon the garlic thyme sauce generously over the top. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with your choice of side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1290.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2504.3

Total Fat 157.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 893.6mg	0%
Sodium 3521.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 222.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 153.8mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2161.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 37.3%

Carbs: 3.2%