This slow cooker Moroccan chicken thighs recipe is a taste of the tropics in every bite! Tender, juicy chicken thighs loaded with spices are cooked in the slow cooker until they're so tender they almost fall apart.

I love chicken. It's so easy to make, so versatile, and so cheap! It's the perfect meat option for a family. I love to get creative with it - to see if I can surprise my kiddos. That's just what I did with this delicious Moroccan chicken thighs recipe. It's absolutely delicious, and everyone loved it.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• It uses just a few simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store.
• It's a super easy slow cooker recipe.
• It's loaded with zesty flavor.
• It's a super affordable recipe!

Top Tip

Shred your chicken while it's nice and hot. It will just pull right apart!

Ingredients

This recipe only uses a few ingredients to create its rich depth of flavor. You can find them all easily in one quick trip to the grocery store. Be sure to check the recipe card at the end of the post for exact amounts.

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• Shredded carrots
• Medium onion, sliced
• Celery ribs, sliced
• Canned tomatoes, diced and undrained
• Ground cumin
• Ground coriander
• Ground cinnamon
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

This super easy slow cooker recipe only takes a few minutes of prep, then you just let the slow cooker do its job. That's all there is to it! The highlights are here, but you'll find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Place the chicken, seasonings, and vegetables in a slow cooker sprayed with nonstick spray.

2: Cook on low until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and extremely tender.

3: Shred the chicken using 2 forks or shredding claws.

4: Stir the chicken back into the veggie mixture in the slow cooker. Enjoy!

Substitutions and Variations

• Use boneless skinless chicken breasts if you prefer.
• This can be made with beef or pork, as well.
• Try adding other vegetables to this recipe.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Slow cooker
• Two forks or shredding claws
• Spoon

Storage

Refrigerator: Store for up to 3 days in an air-tight container.

Freezer: Store for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.

Make Ahead: This is best when served fresh from the slow cooker.

Reheat: Place the chicken in a saucepan with a bit of water and cook over medium-low heat until heated through.

What to Serve with Moroccan Chicken Thighs

Serve this shredded Moroccan chicken thighs dish over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Tips

• Sprinkle the seasonings directly onto the chicken thighs before adding the other ingredients to ensure the chicken is thoroughly seasoned while still seasoning the vegetable mixture.
• Shred your chicken while it's as hot as safe to handle. Hot meat shreds far more easily than cool meat.
• Give your recipe a good stir after returning the chicken to the slow cooker to ensure everything is well incorporated.

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