Description

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and fluffy rice infused with zesty lemon. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, making it a family favorite. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a comforting dinner that fills your kitchen with inviting aromas.

Ingredients

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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In the slow cooker, layer the seasoned chicken at the bottom. Add rinsed rice, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, broth, thyme, and parsley on top.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Shred the chicken into the rice mixture using two forks; adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve garnished with extra herbs or lemon slices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider swapping rice for quinoa or including vegetables like peas or carrots. You can use frozen chicken; just increase cooking time by an hour.