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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

Irresistibly Easy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies recipe offers a comforting, gluten-free meal that combines tender chicken and hearty vegetables in a rich garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Veggies
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Can substitute with boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 pound Baby Carrots Regular carrots can work if chopped to size
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold Potatoes Russet potatoes are a great alternative
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • ½ cup Salted Butter Use unsalted for a lighter option
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic can be substituted for a stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste or use garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Leaves Fresh thyme can replace it, double the amount
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Fresh herbs can be omitted

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Slow Cooker: Grease your slow cooker, place chicken tenders in the center, arrange Yukon gold potatoes on one side and baby carrots on the other.
  2. Make Garlic Butter Mixture: Combine melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley in a bowl.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Pour garlic butter mixture over chicken and veggies, coat evenly, and stir gently.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Serve: Scoop out portions and serve hot, with optional sides like a salad or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is thawed before cooking, and avoid overcrowding the slow cooker for optimal results.

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