Crockpot Lemon Garlic Paprika Chicken

Ingredients

- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
Remove the chicken thighs from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure the skin is crisp once cooked.

2. Mix the Marinade:
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.

3. Coat the Chicken:
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage the marinade into the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

4. Prepare the Crockpot:
Preheat your crockpot on the "High" setting for 5 minutes.

5. Load the Crockpot:
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer in the preheated crockpot. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.

6. Cook:
Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook the chicken on "High" for 3 hours or on "Low" for 6 hours. The chicken should be tender and juicy, with an internal temperature of 165°F (73.9°C).

7. Finish and Serve:
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the crockpot and place it on a serving platter. Spoon over any residual juices from the pot before serving. Enjoy your flavorful Crockpot Lemon Garlic Paprika Chicken with a side of your choice.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time:
PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time:
PT3H (if cooked on High), PT6H (if cooked on Low)
3 hours (High), 6 hours (Low)

Total Time

Total Time (High):
PT3H15M
3 hours 15 minutes

Total Time (Low):
PT6H15M
6 hours 15 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Crockpot, Lemon Chicken, Garlic Chicken, Paprika Seasoning, Slow Cooker, Easy Dinner, One-Pot Meal, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food, Fall Dinner

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approx. 1200 calories for the entire dish

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