Step 1

(OPTIONAL STEP): Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan or skillet. Sear skin-side down (if using skin on thighs) first for 3 minutes, until deep golden brown. Rotate and sear the other side for a further 3 minutes.

Step 2

Arrange the potatoes in a 6qt slow cooker bowl in single layer. Place the chicken over the potatoes and add the rest of the ingredients over the chicken (except olives and mushrooms).

Step 3

Stir to combine; cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 8 hours, until the chicken is tender and falling off the bone.

Step 4

Add in the mushrooms and olives in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Season with extra salt, to your tastes and serve.

Step 5

Serve over rice, pasta or spaghetti squash.