Slow Cooker Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Tender chicken thighs and potatoes cooked low and slow in a bright lemon and oregano broth for a comforting Greek-inspired meal. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 375 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 360 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
5 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
1 cup chicken broth
1.5 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice, 5 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to form the marinade.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 lbs) and 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes to the bowl, tossing to coat everything evenly.
Step 3: Transfer the chicken and potatoes to the slow cooker and pour 1 cup chicken broth over the top.
Step 4: Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through and potatoes are soft.
Step 5: Serve the chicken and potatoes with the cooking juices spooned over them for extra flavor.