Slow Cooker Chicken and Beetroot Delight
This Slow Cooker Chicken & Beetroot Delight is a unique, rich, and flavorful dish where tender chicken slowly cooks with earthy, slightly sweet beetroot. The result is juicy chicken infused with deep color and natural sweetness, balanced with savory spices—perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 4 medium beets peeled & chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic sliced or minced
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme or oregano
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Peel and chop beetroot into chunks.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add beetroot to the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Place chicken on top.
- Add garlic evenly over everything.
- Drizzle olive oil and honey.
- Add lemon juice and chicken broth.
- Sprinkle thyme or oregano.
- Cover and cook: Low: 6–7 hours – or – High: 3–4 hours
- Serve hot with rice, cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or bread.
- Spoon juices over for extra flavor.