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Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs With A Creamy Lemon Sauce

Need a new take on slow cooker chicken? Chicken thighs served with a creamy lemon sauce will absolutely raise the bar. The lemon sauce absolutely makes the recipe, and this dish is bound to be devoured at dinnertime!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 511kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • saucepan
  • Skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced or about 1/4 cup
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon grainy mustard
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • Sprinkle each side of chicken thighs with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
  • In large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter with olive oil
  • Add diced onion and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes
  • Move onions and garlic to side of the pan and add seasoned chicken thighs
  • Sauté for about 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned
  • Transfer contents of pan to slow cooker
  • Add chicken broth
  • Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours
  • Remove chicken thighs and cover to keep warm
  • Add cream, mustard, and lemon juice to slow cooker and whisk until combined
  • To thicken sauce, pour it into a small saucepan and whisk in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • Bring sauce to a boil for 2-3 minutes until thickened to desired consistency
  • Add additional salt and pepper to taste
  • Pour sauce over chicken and serve

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or a skillet on the stove.
  • Transfer the sauce to a pan to simmer for the best results.
  • This recipe is designed for boneless skinless chicken thighs to get the most accurate results.
  • Check for doneness with a meat thermometer (165 ℉).

Nutrition

Calories: 511kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 273mg | Sodium: 569mg | Potassium: 717mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 808IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg