Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken and Veggies

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This Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken and Veggies is clean, wholesome comfort food at its absolute best. High-protein chicken thighs, a rainbow of fiber-rich vegetables, and a lightened-up creamy garlic sauce all cooked together effortlessly in the slow cooker. This is the kind of nourishing, satisfying dinner that supports your health goals without ever feeling like a sacrifice.

Why This Recipe Is Good For You

• High protein from chicken thighs to keep you full and support muscle
• Broccoli, carrots, and mushrooms deliver vitamins C, K, and A
• Garlic has well-documented immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties
• Easily made lighter with half-and-half or coconut cream
• Great for meal prep — holds perfectly in the fridge for 4 days

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (leaner than breasts when slow cooked)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 3/4 cup light cream or full-fat coconut cream
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup baby carrots
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 tbsp arrowroot or cornstarch to thicken
• Fresh parsley to garnish

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Instructions

1. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Add to slow cooker with garlic and broth. Cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours.
3. Stir in cream. Add broccoli, carrots, and mushrooms. Mix thickener with 2 tbsp cold water, stir in.
4. Cook on HIGH 20–30 more minutes until veggies are just tender and sauce is creamy.
5. Shred chicken slightly and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Healthy Tips

• Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version with healthy fats
• Serve over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice to reduce carbs
• Add extra greens like spinach or kale in the last 10 minutes
• Season well — low-sodium broth needs a little extra salt and pepper
• This reheats beautifully — make a double batch and meal prep for the week

Serving Suggestions

• Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a complete macro-balanced plate
• Spoon over cauliflower mash for a low-carb option
• Pair with steamed green beans or roasted asparagus for extra vegetables
• Serve in a bowl with a slice of whole grain bread
• Perfect for weekly meal prep containers

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