Lemon-Herb Slow-Cooker Chicken with Capers

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Tender chicken thighs simmered in a bright lemon-herb broth with briny capers, perfect for a fuss-free weeknight dinner. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (low carb), ready in about 375 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, lemon, 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 360 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to slow cooker.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, 1/4 cup capers, 1 cup chicken broth, and 2 tbsp lemon juice to the slow cooker. Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours until chicken reaches 165°F and falls off the bone.
  5. Step 5: Discard skin and bones, then skim excess fat from the sauce. Serve with steamed rice, spooning sauce over each portion.

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