This easy slow cooker garlic butter chicken and veggies recipe features juicy chicken thighs, tender potatoes, carrots, and green beans in a rich, herby garlic butter sauce.
1.5–2 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
4–5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 lb baby potatoes, halved if large
3–4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
8 oz green beans, trimmed
Optional: lemon juice, paprika, fresh herbs
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
In a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in garlic and Italian seasoning.
Layer potatoes and carrots in the slow cooker. Pour broth over them.
Place chicken on top. Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over everything.
Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
Add green beans during last 30–45 minutes of cooking.
Serve warm with pan juices spooned on top.
Sear chicken beforehand for added flavor.
Swap veggies based on season or preference.
Adjust butter and broth to control richness.