Description
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with the vibrant flavors of olives, tomatoes, and herbs. This easy-to-make recipe transforms your weeknight dinners into a flavorful escape, allowing you to enjoy the essence of Mediterranean cuisine right at home. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it simmer until perfection, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Pair this dish with rice or crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the red onion and garlic until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
- Layer seasoned chicken in the slow cooker; top with sautéed onion, garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives, oregano, and lemon juice. Drizzle with more olive oil.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg