Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant lemon-rosemary broth with carrots and potatoes, ready for a weeknight dinner. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 375 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on (about 2 lbs) chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, sliced into thin rounds lemon
- 2 sprigs rosemary
- 1 cup, low-sodium chicken broth
- 2, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
- 2, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks potatoes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, transferring to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Step 3: Add 1 diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant, then pour into the slow cooker.
- Step 4: Place 1 sliced lemon and 2 rosemary sprigs on top of the chicken, then pour 1 cup chicken broth over all.
- Step 5: Add 2 carrots (cut into 1-inch chunks) and 2 potatoes (cut into 1-inch chunks) to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6 hours until chicken is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 375 minutes (15 min prep + 360 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary?
American slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
