Description
Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs is a delectable dish made by slow-cooking chicken thighs with a blend of savory spices, vegetables, and a rich sauce. The slow cooking process ensures that the chicken becomes tender, juicy, and infused with all the delicious flavors.
Ingredients
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- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups baby carrots
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to slow cooker.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Prepare Sauce: Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Combine Ingredients: Place baby carrots and halved baby potatoes in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.