Crockpot Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

These Crockpot Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs are a weeknight dinner win! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are rubbed with a flavorful seasoning blend, then slow-cooked in a rich lemon garlic butter sauce. It’s an easy, hands-off recipe that delivers juicy, flavorful chicken every time. Get the printable recipe at https://thestayathomechef.com/crockpot-lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-thighs/ ⭐ Set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker recipe ⭐ Juicy, boneless chicken with tons of flavor ⭐ Great for rice bowls, pasta, or leftover meal prep 🍗🍋🧄🧈⏲️🥄🍽️🌿🔥😋 INGREDIENTS ⚬ 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs ⚬ 2 teaspoons paprika ⚬ 1 1/2 teaspoons salt ⚬ 1 teaspoon garlic powder ⚬ 1 teaspoon onion powder ⚬ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ⚬ 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ⚬ 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced ⚬ 1 tablespoon minced garlic ⚬ 6 tablespoons salted butter, cut into slices ⚬ 1 medium lemon, sliced (optional, for garnish) ⚬ 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) INSTRUCTIONS 1️⃣ Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of a 5 to 6-quart slow cooker. 2️⃣ In a small bowl, mix paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle evenly over the chicken. 3️⃣ Add lemon juice to the slow cooker, then sprinkle lemon zest and minced garlic on top of the chicken. 4️⃣ Dot the chicken with butter slices. 5️⃣ Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, or high for 3 hours, until the chicken reaches 172°F. 6️⃣ Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot, drizzled with the juices. Subscribe for more restaurant-quality recipes you can easily make at home. #crockpotchicken #slowcookerrecipes #chickenthighs #lemonbutterchicken #easychickenrecipe #weeknightdinners #thestayathomechef