Description
A comforting and flavorful Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts, zesty lemon, and salty capers, prepared effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup caper berries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
- Cooked pasta (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Mince the garlic and squeeze the lemon juice into a measuring cup. Reserve some lemon zest if desired.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high flame. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sear until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Layer in the Crockpot: Transfer seared chicken to the crockpot, top with minced garlic and capers.
- Add the Liquids: Pour chicken broth and lemon juice over the chicken ensuring even coating.
- Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and stir gently to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Make the Sauce: Remove chicken from the crockpot and whisk butter into remaining juices until melted and thickened.
- Serve: Plate chicken cutlets, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve over cooked pasta or rice if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.