Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken 🍗🌿
Ingredients 🛒
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup green olives
1 cup Kalamata olives
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions 👩🍳
1️⃣ Prep the Slow Cooker:
Add sliced onion and garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker.
2️⃣ Season the Chicken:
Sprinkle chicken breasts with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place them over the onions.
3️⃣ Add the Flavors:
Pour diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and red wine vinegar over the chicken. Scatter green and Kalamata olives on top.
4️⃣ Cook Low and Slow:
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
5️⃣ Shred and Serve:
Shred the chicken with two forks, mixing it into the flavorful juices. Serve warm with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏰ Cook Time: 6–8 hours
⏰ Total Time: ~6 hours 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4–6
🔥 Calories: ~300 kcal per serving