The Emperor's Slow Cooked Chicken Crock Pot
Indulge in royalty-worthy flavor with "The Emperor's Slow Cooked Chicken Crock Pot" recipe, a feast of tender, bone-in chicken thighs simmered to perfection with hearty carrots, russet potatoes, and aromatic spices. This slow-cooked masterpiece features fragrant garlic, earthy paprika, and a hint of thyme, all brought together in a savory tomato-infused chicken broth. Perfectly seared chicken locks in juicy flavor while the crock pot works its magic, creating a melt-in-your-mouth dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive meal for guests. With minimal prep and six hours of low, slow cooking, this one-pot wonder offers an effortless way to craft a meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and get ready to savor every bite of this rustic yet regal creation.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 medium (sliced) Carrots
- 1 large (diced) Yellow onion
- 3 medium (cubed) Russet potatoes
- 4 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 whole Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the tomato paste, paprika, thyme, and cumin to the skillet and stir for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Step 5
Transfer the onion and spice mixture to the bottom of the crock pot.
Step 6
Layer the carrots, potatoes, and seared chicken thighs over the onion mixture in the crock pot.
Step 7
Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot and add the bay leaves on top.
Step 8
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2440.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3091.9 |
| Total Fat 184.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 47.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 810mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4415.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 163.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.2g | |
| Protein 190.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 409.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6938.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories