Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs with Rich Onion Gravy

Ingredients

  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (optional, to thicken the gravy)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
  4. Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the onions.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. For thicker gravy, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables.

❤️ Enjoy this comforting, juicy chicken with rich homemade onion gravy!

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