Slow cooker chicken and vegetables
This slow cooker chicken and vegetable recipe combines chicken, carrots, potatoes, and green beans with garlic and seasonings. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours for a tender, easy, and flavorful meal. It's perfect for a hassle-free, nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
- 1-2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2-3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
- 2-3 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 cup green beans trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the chicken, vegetables (carrots, potatoes, and green beans), onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Set the slow cooker to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- If needed, adjust cooking times based on your slow cooker model.
- For best results, add root vegetables (carrots and potatoes) first, and tender vegetables (green beans) towards the end of cooking.
- Stir the contents occasionally for even cooking, if desired.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to redistribute the juices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g
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