Slow Cooker Herb and Garlic Chicken with Vegetables
Tender chicken simmered with fresh garlic, warm herbs, zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms in a light savory broth. A comforting low-carb dinner made with quick prep and clean ingredients.
Prep
10 min
Cook
180 min
Total
190 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kelly + Lila
Kelly created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
180 min
Total
190 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
For meal prep, assemble the vegetables and raw chicken in a sealed container in the fridge overnight so you can transfer everything directly into the slow cooker in the morning.
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Instructions
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Place 150g boneless skinless chicken breast at…
Place 150g boneless skinless chicken breast at the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
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Add 0.5 chopped zucchini, 0.5 chopped red bell pepper, and 50g sliced button mushrooms around and on top of the chicken.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning, 0.25 tsp salt, 0.25 tsp black pepper, and 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth.
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Pour the garlic herb liquid mixture evenly…
Pour the garlic herb liquid mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
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Cover the slow cooker with the lid…
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set heat level to LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) on a meat thermometer and shreds easily with two forks.
Look for: the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) on a meat thermometer and shreds easily with two forks
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Remove cooked chicken onto a cutting board
Remove cooked chicken onto a cutting board, shred or chop into bite-sized pieces, and return to the slow cooker bowl.
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Stir gently to combine the chicken and…
Stir gently to combine the chicken and cooked vegetables with the pan juices.
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Serve warm in a shallow bowl immediately
Serve warm in a shallow bowl immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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