Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken 

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken 

4 servings
The seasoning of this rich garlic and herb braise is inspired by escargot butter, which famously makes everything delicious, and is easy to make with just a few impactful ingredients. A generous dollop of sour cream added before serving brings it all together and makes it feel a little fancy. Top bowls generously with croutons, which lend crunch and soak up the flavorful sauce, or serve with thick slices of crusty bread.

Ingredients

  • boneless

    skinless chicken thighs

    1 ½ lb
  • cans cannellini beans

    rinsed

    2
  • unsalted butter

    cut into chunks

    4 tbsp
  • garlic cloves

    smashed and chopped

    8 large
  • chopped fresh parsley

    plus more for serving

    ⅓ c
  • shallot

    minced

    1
  • lemon

    juiced

    1
  • kosher salt and pepper

    such as diamond crystal

  • sour cream
    ½ c
  • homemade or store-bought croutons

    for topping

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine the chicken, beans, butter, garlic, parsley, shallot, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt and several generous grinds of pepper in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Cook on low until the chicken is tender and the flavors have mellowed, about 4 hours.

  2. 2

    Break the chicken into large pieces using two forks. Stir in the sour cream.

  3. 3

    Serve the stew topped with croutons and more parsley.

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken 

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken 

4.0(2.6k)250 min4 servings678 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a meal that's both deeply comforting and effortlessly elegant? This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken delivers rich, savory flavors with minimal effort, making it the perfect stress-free dinner solution.

The magic of this recipe lies in the garlic and herb seasoning, inspired by classic escargot butter, which infuses every bite of tender chicken. Slow cooking transforms humble ingredients into a luxuriously flavorful braise, ensuring maximum taste with very little hands-on time and creating a dish that truly feels special.

You'll discover incredibly tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs bathed in a savory, aromatic sauce rich with garlic, butter, and fresh parsley. The cannellini beans add a creamy texture and absorb the delicious juices, while a generous dollop of sour cream stirred in at the end provides a delightful tang and velvety finish. This dish is designed to feel a little fancy, despite its easy preparation, and is brimming with comforting, robust flavors that will impress any palate.

While chicken thighs are perfect for slow cooking due to their rich flavor and ability to stay moist, you could experiment with other cuts of poultry. If cannellini beans aren't on hand, another white bean variety would work well. For an even brighter flavor, a touch more lemon juice or fresh parsley can be added before serving.

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a relaxed gathering with friends. Serve it generously topped with crisp homemade or store-bought croutons to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce, or alongside thick slices of warm, crusty bread.

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