Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
Experience the joy of effortless cooking with our Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice. This incredible recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with aromatic herbs and zesty lemon juice, creating a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its one-pot preparation, cleanup is a breeze, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with loved ones. The slow cooking process melds the flavors beautifully, ensuring each bite is satisfying and delicious. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Optional: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and oregano.
- Pour the rice mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Top with lemon slices.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Check doneness (chicken should reach 165°F). Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
- Serve shredded or whole garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg