Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken 5-Ingredient… Put chicken thighs, balsamic dressing from a bottle, and 4 easy add-ins in your slow cooker. You’ll get a yummy, warm meal everyone loves again and again! This super-simple slow cooker chicken uses just 5 things: chicken thighs, balsamic dressing, onion, garlic, and spices. Toss them in, cook slow, and dinner’s ready—tender, tangy, and full of flavor. No fuss! Serve over mashed potatoes or rice with veggies on the side for a cozy family night. (50 words)
Makes: 4 servings
What You Need
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2½ to 3 pounds chicken thighs with bones, no skin
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1 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing (from a bottle)
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1 yellow onion, cut into thin slices
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4 garlic cloves, chopped small
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or thyme (dried)
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½ teaspoon salt (plus extra if you want)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper (plus extra if you want)
How to Make Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
Step 1: Get chicken ready
Cut off extra fat from the chicken thighs. Dry them with a paper towel. This makes them cook nice and keeps the sauce from getting oily.
Step 2: Add onion and garlic
Put the onion slices and chopped garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. They turn soft and tasty as they cook.
Step 3: Put chicken on top
Lay the chicken thighs over the onions and garlic. Sprinkle Italian seasoning (or thyme), salt, and pepper all over them.
Step 4: Add the dressing
Shake the balsamic dressing bottle. Pour 1 cup over the chicken so it covers everything. It makes a yummy puddle!
Step 5: Cook it
Put the lid on. Cook it on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Chicken should be soft and reach 165°F inside.
Step 6: Taste and serve
Try the sauce. Add more salt or pepper if needed. Spoon chicken and sauce over potatoes, noodles, or rice. Add green beans or bread to scoop up the goodness!