Crock Pot Lemon Italian Chicken with Capers
Crock Pot Lemon Italian Chicken with Capers is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, a buttery lemon sauce, and briny capers. Cooked to perfection in the slow cooker, this meal is served over pasta for a comforting and refreshing dinner that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-6 hours (slow cook on low) or 2-3 hours (slow cook on high)
- Total Time: 2-6 hours
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 packet Italian dressing mix
¼ cup lemon juice
½ cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 pound pasta (your choice of type)
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Stir in Italian dressing mix, lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers, mixing until combined.
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Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender.
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Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
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Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
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Serve the chicken and sauce over the cooked pasta and garnish with fresh herbs, lemon slices, or extra capers.
Notes
You can substitute chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
Add veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrients.
For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream or cream cheese towards the end.
