Slow Cooker Lemon and Thyme Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Slow Cooker Lemon and Thyme Chicken
385 min.
6
311kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Slow Cooker Lemon and Thyme Chicken, a dish that perfectly marries simplicity with gourmet taste. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is ideal for those seeking a wholesome meal without compromising on flavor. Imagine coming home to the tantalizing aroma of tender chicken infused with zesty lemon and fragrant thyme, all thanks to the magic of slow cooking.

With just a handful of ingredients, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing you to enjoy your day while the chicken cooks to perfection. The combination of dry white wine, fresh lemon, and aromatic herbs creates a succulent dish that is bursting with flavor and moisture.

Whether you're serving it for lunch or dinner, this main course is sure to impress. Each bite offers a delightful balance of savory and citrus notes, complemented by the tender, juicy meat that falls off the bone. Plus, with only 311 calories per serving, you can savor this delicious meal guilt-free. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a comforting and satisfying dish that embodies the essence of home-cooked goodness.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon thyme dried
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • teaspoon garlic crushed
  •  optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  onion coarsely chopped
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • pound chicken whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then fry in the hot oil until browned on all sides.
  2. Meanwhile, chop one of the lemons into chunks and place into a slow cooker along with the onion, thyme, white wine and garlic.
  3. Cut the remaining lemon into quarters and stuff into the cavity of the chicken.
  4. Place the chicken into the slow cooker breast side down on top of the onion and lemon mixture. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours, or for 3 hours on High. Chicken is done when the legs move easily in their sockets and the internal temperature of the breast has reached 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein28.07%
Fat64.06%
Carbs7.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.25
Glycemic Load
1.1
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.15434793804%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
7.69mg
Hesperetin
10.12mg
Naringenin
0.27mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.69mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
4.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.69kcal
15.53%
Fat:21.2g
32.62%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.52%
Carbohydrates:5.86g
1.95%
Net Carbohydrates:4.47g
1.62%
Sugar:1.88g
2.09%
Cholesterol:81.65mg
27.22%
Sodium:272.72mg
11.86%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:1.38%
100%
Protein:20.91g
41.81%
Vitamin B3:7.49mg
37.47%
Vitamin C:22.42mg
27.17%
Selenium:16.01µg
22.87%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.45%
Phosphorus:175.8mg
17.58%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.94%
Zinc:1.52mg
10.13%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.65%
Potassium:299.84mg
8.57%
Iron:1.53mg
8.5%
Magnesium:28.98mg
7.25%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.13%
Vitamin K:7.46µg
7.11%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.07%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.62%
Fiber:1.39g
5.57%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.03%
Copper:0.08mg
3.83%
Folate:14.65µg
3.66%
Vitamin A:167.07IU
3.34%
Calcium:31.57mg
3.16%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.45%
Source:Allrecipes