Description
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish with tender chicken slow-cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce packed with olives, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. It’s easy, healthy, and full of Mediterranean flair.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted or plain)
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Add garlic, red onion, diced tomatoes (with juice), sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, and olives.
- Drizzle with olive oil and gently stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender and easily pulls apart.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Add spinach or zucchini in the last hour for more vegetables.
- Use chicken thighs for richer flavor or substitute turkey or lamb.
- Serve over couscous, orzo, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- To make vegetarian, substitute chicken with chickpeas or white beans.
- This dish freezes well—cool completely and store in airtight containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
