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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken: A Cozy Weeknight Delight

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken recipe combines juicy chicken with fragrant herbs and lemon, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Tender and juicy
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Used for searing
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Fluffy base
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Adds moisture and depth
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (Freshly Squeezed) Brightens the dish
  • 1 slices Lemon Slices For infusion and garnish
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Earthy notes
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adds robust flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Gently enhances taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (Chopped) For garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly.
  2. Sear Chicken (optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Combine Rice and Broth: In a bowl, stir rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and oregano together.
  4. Pour Mixture into Slow Cooker: Pour rice mixture over chicken, ensuring it covers evenly.
  5. Add Lemon Slices: Place lemon slices on top of the rice mixture.
  6. Set Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
  8. Fluff Rice: Remove chicken and fluff rice with a fork.
  9. Serve: Shred chicken or serve whole over rice, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra zest, consider adding capers or olives along with lemon slices.

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