Lemon Coconut Chicken Thighs (Easy Crockpot Recipe!)
- DFDairy-Free
- GFGluten-Free
- LCLow Carb
- PPaleo
- SFSugar Free
Lemon coconut chicken thighs is an easy crockpot recipe that you can simply set and forget. It’s creamy, delicious, and a wholesome meal that your whole family will love. This slow cooker meal comes together in one pot and is a healthy, low-carb, high protein, gluten-free, dairy-free busy weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs , bone-in, skin on *You can substitute chicken breasts, adding up to 1/4 cup of chicken broth to the recipe.
- 1 (13.5oz) can coconut milk
- 1-2 lemons, juiced and cut into slices
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 (0.7oz) packet Zesty Italian Dressing Seasoning
- 2 cups kale, chopped
Instructions
- Add the diced onion and peppers to the crockpot. Place the chicken on top.
- Sprinkle over the smoked paprika, garlic powder, Italian dressing seasoning packet, salt and pepper to taste. Mix in the coconut milk and lemon juice. Place lemon slices on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Stir in kale, then let sit for 3-4 minutes.
- Optional step: Take the chicken thighs out of the crockpot and place into a baking dish, skin side up. Place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes for crispiness.
- Serve over rice, if desired.