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Three beautifully browned and seasoned chicken thigh recipes served on a white plate.

Easy Crockpot Chicken Thigh Recipes

This collection offers simple recipes for cooking chicken thighs in a slow cooker. It includes seven tips for achieving well-cooked results.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs About 2.5 to 3 pounds total
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, and garlic powder together.
  3. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over all surfaces of the chicken thighs.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Arrange them in a single layer if possible.
  5. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker using tongs. Let the chicken rest on a cutting board for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For crispier skin, place the cooked chicken on a baking sheet and broil for 3 to 5 minutes after slow cooking. Watch closely to prevent burning.

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