Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy and nutritious Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables, olives, and herbs, delivering a healthy and flavorful meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add diced tomatoes, sliced olives, sliced red onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell peppers over the chicken.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, then sprinkle dried oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper evenly over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and flavorful.
- Once cooked, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with crusty bread, rice, or your preferred side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding artichoke hearts or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Use skinless chicken for a lighter dish.
- Stir in a splash of white wine during cooking for added depth.
- To keep leftovers fresh, store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg