Slow-Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken with White Beans
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a garlic-lemon broth with hearty white beans, perfect for an easy comforting meal. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 315 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cannellini beans, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; toss to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs for 3 minutes per side until golden; transfer them to the slow cooker.
- Step 3: Add 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed cannellini beans, 1 cup low sodium chicken broth, and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice to the slow cooker; stir gently to combine.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or on high for 2.5 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 5: Before serving, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a bright finish.









