Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies
A comforting and nutritious slow cooker dish combining tender chicken and fresh vegetables with rich garlic and butter flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup baby carrots fresh
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed fresh
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup chicken broth ensure gluten-free if necessary
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add the baby carrots and green beans around the chicken.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
- Add the chicken broth to the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with rice or quinoa to soak up the sauce. Add fresh herbs for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 33gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g