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Slow Cooker Herbed Carrots with Butter

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Tender carrots slow-cooked with melted butter, fresh and dried herbs, and a hint of garlic for a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish. This easy recipe is perfect for family dinners, holidays, or potlucks and requires minimal prep—your slow cooker does all the work.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (or use baby carrots)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional, or substitute fresh chives)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel carrots and slice into 2-inch pieces. If using baby carrots, rinse and pat dry.
  2. Finely chop parsley, thyme, and dill. Set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a small bowl or microwave-safe cup.
  4. Place carrots in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour melted butter and chicken broth over the carrots.
  6. Toss gently to coat carrots evenly.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-2.5 hours, until carrots are fork-tender.
  8. If carrots seem dry halfway through, add a splash of broth. If too much liquid, uncover for the last 30 minutes.
  9. Before serving, add lemon zest (if using) and toss gently. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Transfer carrots to a serving bowl with a slotted spoon. Garnish with extra parsley.

Notes

For dairy-free, use olive oil or vegan butter. Vegetable broth makes it vegetarian. Uniform carrot pieces ensure even cooking. Add a pinch of brown sugar or maple syrup for extra sweetness. Fresh herbs for garnish add flavor and color. Prep carrots and herbs the night before for efficiency. Carrots freeze well for up to 2 months.

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