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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

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A simple and flavorful slow cooker meal with tender chicken and rice infused with lemon and herbs.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add rice, garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  5. Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with lemon zest, and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a pan before adding to the slow cooker.
  • Adjust broth quantity if you prefer softer or firmer rice.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced taste.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg