Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken

Infuse your home with the enticing aromas of the Mediterranean with this easy and flavorful Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken recipe. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich tomato-based sauce loaded with bold ingredients like Kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and a medley of warming spices including oregano, cumin, and paprika. This one-pot wonder is as convenient as it is delicious, with minimal prep time and a hands-off cooking process that delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a hearty, wholesome dinner with authentic Mediterranean flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large red onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1 cup artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the red onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until softened and aromatic.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, chicken stock, oregano, thyme, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Add the kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers to the slow cooker. Gently stir to distribute the vegetables and seasoning evenly.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 7

Before serving, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, optionally over rice, quinoa, or with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2030.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2278.4

Total Fat 138.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 779.2mg	0%
Sodium 5855.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 185.1g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 448.9mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3572.1mg	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: 54.4%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 13.4%