Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken

 

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken (Healthy & Sugar-Free)

This flavor-packed, tender chicken dish is loaded with Mediterranean herbs, olives, and tomatoes. It’s a perfect low-carb, sugar-free meal that’s easy to prep!

Ingredients:

2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts (bone-in or boneless)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder (or 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced)

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp basil

½ tsp thyme

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp salt

1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (no sugar added)

½ cup black or green olives (pitted, sliced)

½ small red onion, sliced

¼ cup feta cheese (optional)

2 tbsp capers (optional, for extra tang)

½ lemon, juiced

Instructions:

1. Season the Chicken – Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Layer in Slow Cooker – Place diced tomatoes, onions, olives, and capers in the slow cooker. Add chicken on top.

3. Cook – Cover and cook on:

LOW for 6-7 hours OR

HIGH for 3-4 hours until tender.

4. Finishing Touches – Before serving, stir in lemon juice and top with feta cheese if using.

5. Serve & Enjoy! – Pair with cauliflower rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh Greek salad.

🔥 Pro Tip: If you love crispy skin, transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes before serving.

Would you like a slow cooker side dish to pair with this? Maybe Mediterranean cauliflower rice or garlic butter green beans?