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Chicken Thigh Crockpot Recipe

This comforting Chicken Thigh Crockpot Recipe features tender chicken thighs cooked in a rich broth with vegetables, perfect for a busy day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 pounds chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
  • 1 cup potatoes diced

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Chop the onion, carrots, and potatoes.
  4. Place the chopped onion, carrots, and potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
  5. Once browned, place the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables in the crockpot.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle thyme and rosemary over everything.
  7. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6 hours.
  8. Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken and serve with the vegetables and sauce.

Notes

For even more flavor, let the chicken marinate in the seasonings for a couple of hours before cooking.