Crock Pot Lemon Oregano Greek Chicken

Infuse your weeknight dinner with Mediterranean flair using this Crock Pot Lemon Oregano Greek Chicken recipe, a dish that combines vibrant flavors with effortless slow cooking. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned and slow-simmered in a zesty blend of freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant oregano, garlic, and olive oil, creating a savory marinade that permeates every bite. Layered atop sweet red onion and adorned with lemon slices, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Cooked to perfection in a crock pot, the chicken becomes irresistibly juicy and full of comforting, Greek-inspired flavor. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp side salad, and don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a finishing touch that ties it all together! Perfectly suited for slow cooker enthusiasts, Mediterranean cuisine lovers, and anyone craving a refreshing twist on classic chicken dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or boneless, skinless)
• 0.25 cups Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 1 medium Red onion (sliced into thick wedges)
• 1 medium Lemon (sliced into rounds)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, and remaining 0.25 teaspoon of salt. This will be your marinade.

Step 3

Place the sliced red onion in an even layer in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the chicken thighs on top of the onion layer.

Step 5

Pour the lemon-oregano marinade evenly over the chicken.

Step 6

Add the sliced lemon rounds on top of the chicken for additional flavor.

Step 7

Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot (around the sides, not directly on top of the chicken).

Step 8

Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 9

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken and onions from the crock pot and transfer to a serving platter.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1067.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1878.7

Total Fat 136.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 3527.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Protein 126.1g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 168.1mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1920.5mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 6.4%