Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered with fragrant herbs, bright lemon, and fluffy rice create a comforting one-pot meal. The slow cooker infuses every bite with zesty citrus and savory flavors, mak
15
Prep Time
3
Cook Time
18
Total Time
6
Servings
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered with fragrant herbs, bright lemon, and fluffy rice create a comforting one-pot meal. The slow cooker infuses every bite with zesty citrus and savory flavors, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 2
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, dried thyme, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
Step 3
3. Pour the herb-lemon mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they're fully coated.
Step 4
4. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. The chicken should be partially cooked but not fully done.
Step 5
5. Remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. The chicken will be tender enough to pull apart easily.
Step 6
6. Add the rice to the slow cooker, stirring to combine with the cooking liquid and chicken. Make sure the rice is submerged in the liquid.
Step 7
7. Cover again and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Step 8
8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes with the lid off before serving. This allows the rice to finish absorbing any remaining liquid.
Step 9
9. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
You Must Know
- ✓For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled for brighter, more vibrant flavor
- ✓If your slow cooker runs hot, check the rice at 20 minutes during the final cooking stage to prevent overcooking
- ✓Pat the chicken breasts dry before seasoning to help the herbs and spices adhere better
Chef's Notes
For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled for brighter, more vibrant flavor
If your slow cooker runs hot, check the rice at 20 minutes during the final cooking stage to prevent overcooking
Pat the chicken breasts dry before seasoning to help the herbs and spices adhere better
Serving Suggestions
Serve this lemon herb chicken and rice with a simple green salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette or steamed asparagus for a complete meal. It pairs wonderfully with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
385
Calories
32g
Protein
42g
Carbs
8g
Fat
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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered with fragrant herbs, bright lemon, and fluffy rice create a comforting one-pot meal. The slow cooker infuses every bite with zesty citrus and savory flavors, mak
Ingredients (13)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, dried thyme, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Pour the herb-lemon mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they're fully coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. The chicken should be partially cooked but not fully done.
- Remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. The chicken will be tender enough to pull apart easily.
- Add the rice to the slow cooker, stirring to combine with the cooking liquid and chicken. Make sure the rice is submerged in the liquid.
- Cover again and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes with the lid off before serving. This allows the rice to finish absorbing any remaining liquid.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
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