Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken
A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring buttery garlic chicken and tender mixed vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1/2 cup butter, melted (unsalted preferred)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1½ tsp garlic powder)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, green beans, or a frozen medley) Trim fresh green beans first.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or 1/2 tsp dried rosemary + 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour melted butter into the slow cooker and add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and spoon the butter-garlic mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Tuck mixed vegetables around and under the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
- Serve warm, spooning the buttery pan juices over chicken and vegetables.
Notes
For a crispier finish, consider broiling the chicken and vegetables briefly after slow cooking. You can also swap chicken breasts for boneless thighs for more tenderness.