CHEAP CROCKPOT RECIPES: Slow cooker chicken and olives

Slow cooker chicken and olives


 Slow cooker chicken and olives

This Slow Cooker Chicken and Olives recipe delivers bold Mediterranean flavor with minimal effort. Tender chicken slowly simmers with briny olives, garlic, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, creating a savory, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend dinners. The slow cooker does all the work while you enjoy a deeply flavorful, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker convenience

  • Bold Mediterranean flavors with olives, herbs, and garlic

  • Naturally gluten-free and low carb

  • Perfect for meal prep and leftovers

  • Elegant enough for entertaining, easy enough for weeknights

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ lb (1.1 kg) bone-in or boneless chicken thighs (skinless preferred)

  • 1 cup mixed olives (Kalamata and green olives), pitted

  • 1 (14.5 oz / 410 g) can diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional, but highly recommended)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken
    Season chicken generously with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and thyme.

  2. Layer the Slow Cooker
    Add sliced onions and garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker. Place seasoned chicken on top.

  3. Add Flavor
    Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, olive oil, and olives. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using.

  4. Cook Low and Slow
    Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.

  5. Finish and Serve
    Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in lemon zest and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Pro Tips for Best Results

  • Use chicken thighs for maximum tenderness and flavor

  • Do not over-salt early—olives add natural salinity

  • For richer flavor, sear chicken briefly before adding to the slow cooker

  • Add capers or artichoke hearts for extra Mediterranean flair

Serving Suggestions

Serve this dish with:

  • Steamed rice or lemon couscous

  • Creamy mashed potatoes

  • Crusty artisan bread

  • Roasted vegetables or a Greek salad

Storage & Reheating

  • Refrigerate: Up to 4 days in an airtight container

  • Freeze: Up to 3 months

  • Reheat: Gently on the stovetop or microwave until warmed through

Nutrition Highlights (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 360

  • Protein: 32g

  • Fat: 22g

  • Carbohydrates: 8g

  • Fiber: 2g

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Slow cooker Ingredients
  • 1 kg chicken pieces
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper *to taste
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup beer
  • 3 tbs tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup stuffed green olives
Slow cooker Method

Rinse chicken pieces and dry with a paper towel.
Lightly season with salt and pepper and place in the slow cooker.
Combine garlic, onions, bay leaves, beer, tomato puree and olives.
How to prep garlic.
Pour over chicken, cover and cook on low for 5 to 8 hours. Served it on top of basmati rice. Cool. Enjoy the Slow cooker chicken and olives recipes.

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