SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WITH 20 CLOVES OF GARLIC

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This weeknight-friendly version of the French classic - chicken with 40 cloves of garlic - has half the amount of garlic, because a slow cooker doesn't get quite hot enough to mellow out 40 whole cloves. This dish cooks on high for three hours, but you can lengthen the cook time to six hours using the low heat setting. In that case, cut the garlic further to 15 cloves, because it may taste a bit stronger when cooked at that lower temperature. The beans end up pleasantly soupy, in a sauce rich with chicken juices and wine. The herbs stirred in at the end impart a welcome freshness. This is best served in shallow bowls, with good bread on the side.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, beans, one pot, poultry, main course

Time 4h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (28-ounce) can or 2 (14-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained
20 garlic cloves (about 2 heads of garlic), smashed
1/3 cup white wine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 fresh thyme sprigs or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (4 to 6 large thighs)
1/2 lemon, juiced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 scallions, trimmed, white and light green parts thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the beans, garlic, wine, oil, vinegar, thyme and red-pepper flakes in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Season lightly with salt and generously with pepper. Season the chicken thighs all over with salt and pepper, then nestle them in an even layer on top of the beans, skin-side up. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
  • Line a sheet pan with foil and heat a broiler. Using tongs, remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker, place them on the foil, skin-side up, and broil for 2 to 4 minutes, rotating once, until the chicken skin is golden and caramelized in spots.
  • Stir the lemon juice, scallions and parsley into the beans. Serve the beans in bowls, and top with the chicken.

Bisma Butt
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This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I would have liked more garlic flavor.


Rich Escobar
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and dinner is ready when I get home from work.


Donald Burrow
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the garlic flavor is delicious.


Zohaibjadoon Great
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was delicious and the garlic cloves added a nice touch.


Molla Shakil
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is incredibly tender and the garlic flavor is amazing.


Rawezh Taqana
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I've tried other slow cooker chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the garlic cloves add a delicious touch.


Jabulani Johnson
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This recipe is easy to follow and the chicken turns out perfectly every time. I love that I can throw it in the slow cooker in the morning and have a delicious meal ready for dinner.


Ashley classic
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the tender chicken and the delicious garlic sauce.


Sujit Mahato
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This dish is a must-try for garlic lovers! The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and the garlic flavor is incredible.


Mrenal Roy Pronoyjit
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I'm not a huge fan of garlic, but I still enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Odukunle Femi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and flavorful.


crimela russel
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I love this recipe! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the garlic cloves add a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Isis Parker
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The chicken was a bit dry for my taste, but the garlic flavor was amazing.


Saanchi Basnet
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to throw together in the morning and then come home to a delicious meal.


Nyrokie Bagaloo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly moist and flavorful. My family loved it!


Nahz OFF
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This chicken dish is a garlic lover's dream! The slow cooker method infuses the chicken with so much flavor, and the garlic cloves add a delicious depth of flavor.