30 Chicken Thighs Crockpot Recipes That Will Have Everyone Asking For Seconds! 

March 8, 2025
Written by Kristy J. Norton

As they are so flavorful, chicken thighs are a fan favorite but how to make them easier to cook? Well, pop them in a slow cooker, of course! These chicken thighs crockpot recipes are going to show you the best way to produce the yummiest dishes. Go ahead and check them out! 

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1. Garlic, Herb, and Spice Chicken Thighs 

This is the perfect for when you want a classic chicken thighs recipe! Start by tossing the thighs in herbs and spices and then browning them. Pour broth, butter, and garlic into the slow cooker and add in the chicken thighs. Cook low and slow until the chicken is tender! 

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Garlic, Herb, and Spice Chicken Thighs

2. Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs 

This recipe is simple but sure to be a crowd pleaser! Mix ketchup, honey, soy sauce, basil, and garlic together. Then, arrange the chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour over the ketchup mix and then slow cook the thighs until just perfect! 

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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

3. Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs 

Sweet, savory, with a hint of smokiness, these chicken thighs are so good! Spread sesame oil on the bottom of the slow cooker and place onions and garlic on top followed by seasoned chicken. Then, pour over a mix of brown sugar, soy sauce, and water. Cook until done! 

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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs

4. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs 

Not only are these chicken thighs so tasty, but they also come with a side of potatoes! Sprinkle the chicken with garlic salt, paprika, and seasonings and sear. Toss the potatoes with garlic and spices and place at the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with the chicken thighs and cook until tender. Toss the chicken with parmesan cheese and enjoy! 

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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs

5. Chicken Thighs and Veggies

Make a full delicious dinner without any fuss at all with this recipe! Add the veggies and garlic to the slow cooker and top with seasoned and seared chicken along with herbs. Pour over a sauce made with stock, flour, and lemon juice on top and then cook until tender. 

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Chicken Thighs and Veggies

6. Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs 

Sweet, tangy, and savory - these chicken thighs are infused with such an incredible combination of flavors! Whip up a sauce made from chicken broth, honey, balsamic vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and garlic. Arrange the thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker and pour over the sauce before slow cooking for several hours! 

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Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs

7. Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs 

This recipe comes together so easily but packs quite the flavor punch! Simply add the chicken thighs to the slow cooker along with honey, sriracha, coconut aminos, herbs, and spices. Cook until the chicken is tender and then shred the thighs. Stir in lime juice and serve! 

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Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs

8. Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs 

If you prefer subtle flavors, then this recipe is going to become a favorite! Brown the chicken and green onions in butter before adding in honey, mustard, and stock. Cook until the chicken is tender and then stir in cream and peas. Cook for a little longer and serve! 

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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

9. Hot Honey Chicken Thighs 

This delicious sweet and spicy chicken dish works especially well as a filling for a sandwich! In the slow cooker, coat the chicken thighs in a mix of honey, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and brown sugar. Cook until the chicken is tender. You can then choose to brush the chicken thighs with the reserved sauce and broil or shred the thighs and served with the sauce! 

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Hot Honey Chicken Thighs

10. Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs 

This is such a cozy dish and one with plenty of flavor too! Season and brown the chicken and place in the slow cooker. Also add in Italian seasoning, onion powder, bouillon, chicken broth, lemon juice and zest, and butter. Cook low and slow until the chicken is tender. Then, thicken the sauce with milk. Serve the chicken and sauce and top with parmesan cheese! 

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Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs

11. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs 

Flavors combine beautifully in this delicious slow cooker recipe! Arrange the chicken thighs at the bottom of the crockpot and pour over a mix of chicken broth, lemon juice and zest. Drizzle with herbs and spices and then top with minced garlic and butter. Cook until tender and then serve with herbs and lemon slices. 

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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

12. Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

This is such a zesty recipe and then the pepper also adds a little kick! Add the chicken thighs to the slow cooker along with lemon pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Cook the chicken on low until the meat is tender and serve~ 

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Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

13. Greek Chicken Thighs

This Greek inspired dish has all your Greek flavors! The chicken is placed in the slow cooker along with Greek yogurt, lemon juice and zest, and seasonings. Once the chicken is tender, shred, toss with more of the reserved marinade. Add as a filling to the pita or serve with rice.

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Greek Chicken Thighs

14. Italian Saucy Chicken Thighs 

If you prefer Italian flavors instead, then you should give this recipe a try! The chicken thighs go into the crockpot and so do onions, garlic, Italian seasonings, tomatoes, and tomato sauce. When the chicken is tender, sprinkle with more seasonings and serve! 

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Italian Saucy Chicken Thighs

15. Crack Chicken Thighs 

This is a recipe that kids and adults alike are going to love! Place the thighs in a crockpot and drizzle with ranch seasonings and then top with cream cheese. Slow cook this chicken and then shred the chicken and add in bacon and top with shredded cheese. Cook for a little longer until the cheese is melted!  

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Crack Chicken Thighs

16. Green Chile Cheesy Chicken Thighs 

This recipe is just chock full of flavor and is sure to be a hit with everyone in the family! Place the thighs in the crockpot and season with spices. Pour over green salsa and poblano peppers and simmer until the chicken is tender. Sprinkle over cheese and then wait until the cheese is melted before serving! 

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Green Chile Cheesy Chicken Thighs

17. French Onion Chicken Thighs 

If you are looking for a comforting dish that will be perfect at the end of the long day, this is the recipe for you! Caramelize onions and then add to the slow cooker along with broth, herbs, and garlic. Sear the chicken thighs and then place in the crockpot on top of the potatoes. Cook until tender and then add the cheese to the crockpot and allow it to melt. 

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French Onion Chicken Thighs

18. Chicken Thighs and Rice

Classic and cozy, this is a great recipe to serve up to your family! Add rice, herbs, spices, broth, and seasonings to the crockpot. Place the chicken thighs on top and then simmer on low until chicken and rice is tender. Stir the rice and serve with the chicken.

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Chicken Thighs and Rice

19. Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy

This Vietnamese inspired recipe is savory and delicious and comes with a serving of bok choy! Place the thighs in the crockpot and pour over a sauce made from soy sauce, fish sauce, vinegar, aromatics, seasonings, and oil. Cook until the chicken is tender and then add in the bok choy and simmer until the greens are tender! 

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Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy

20. Tuscan Chicken Thighs 

This recipe boasts the most incredible pops of flavor throughout! The chicken thighs and aromatics are sauteed and added to the crockpot. Pour over chicken broth, seasonings, herbs, and sun dried tomatoes. Cook until tender and then stir in cream and cook until the sauce thickens. Serve with parmesan cheese! 

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Tuscan Chicken Thighs

21. Mediterranean Chicken Thighs 

The combination of these ingredients guarantees a bright and delicious dish! Slow cook the chicken thighs with a mix of aromatics, roasted red peppers, olives, broth, capers, and herbs. Once the chicken is tender, squeeze over some lemon juice and serve! 

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Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

22. Black Pepper Chicken Thighs 

This Asian inspired dish is just what you need for a flavorful meal! All you have to do is to add the chicken thighs to the crockpot along with celery and onion. Then, pour over a sauce made from soy sauce, chicken bouillon, vinegar, pepper, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Cook on low and serve the chicken over rice when tender! 

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Black Pepper Chicken Thighs

23. Chicken Thighs with Cream of Chicken 

It really doesn't get any easier than this recipe - at the same time, you get a deliciously creamy dish that everyone is sure to love! Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour over two cans of cream of chicken soup. Simmer until the chicken is tender and enjoy!  

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Chicken Thighs with Cream of Chicken

24. White Wine Chicken Stew

This comforting chicken stew tastes so good because all the flavors have had the chance to really simmer and combine! Browned chicken is joined in the slow cooker with white wine, broth, herbs, and veggies. Cook until the chicken is tender and then stir in milk until nice and creamy! 

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White Wine Chicken Stew

25. Balsamic Caprese Stuffed Chicken Thighs

Do something adventurous with your chicken thighs with this recipe! Flatten the chicken thighs and then toss in herbs and spices. Place basil leaves, sun dried tomatoes, and mozzarella on top of the thighs and roll. Place these on top of garlic cloves in the crockpot and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Cook until tender and serve! 

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Balsamic Caprese Stuffed Chicken Thighs

26. Moroccan Spiced Chicken Thighs 

The flavors are so good with this dish that you will want to make it again and again! Saute the chicken and aromatics and add to the slow cooker. Also add in spices, herbs, citrus peel, harissa paste, and broth. Cook until the chicken is tender and serve with fresh mint. 

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Moroccan Spiced Chicken Thighs

27. Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs 

Full of bright and spunky flavors, these chicken thighs are going to delight! In the crockpot, coat the chicken thighs with lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, and minced garlic. Top this off with plenty of cilantro and cook until the chicken is done! Broil for a little bit of crisp and serve! 

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs

28. Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Tikka Masala

This Indian inspired dish is just bursting with flavor! Toss the chicken in yogurt and spices and add to the crockpot. Then, cook ginger, tomatoes, spices, and aromatics in butter and add to the slow cooker. Simmer until the chicken is nearly done and then add in cauliflower. Cook until the veggies are tender and stir in evaporated milk! 

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Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Tikka Masala

29. Jamaican Chicken Thigh Curry

Impress family members and guests alike with this curry - they don't have to know how easy it was to make! Toss the chicken in herbs and spices and marinate for a while. Then, saute with aromatics and curry powder before adding to the crockpot. Pour in coconut milk, coconut cream, scotch bonnet pepper, and herbs to the slow cooker. Simmer until nearly done and add in veggies. Cook until the veggies are tender and serve! 

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Jamaican Chicken Thigh Curry

30. Chicken Thighs Cacciatore 

Saucy and delicious, you can't go wrong with this recipe! Pour sauce into the crockpot and top with chicken thighs seasoned with herbs and spices. Top with onions, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, and cook until tender. Then, stir rosemary into the sauce and enjoy! 

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Chicken Thighs Cacciatore

These are all the yummy chicken thigh recipes you can make in your crockpot! Just pop these ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and have a delicious meal waiting for you when you get home at night - it is as simple as that! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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