Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice
A comforting and flavorful slow cooker meal featuring zesty lemon and herbs combined with tender chicken and fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh is best!)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup rice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by placing the chicken breasts in your slow cooker.
- Pour over the lemon juice and olive oil, then add minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Next, pour in the chicken broth to ensure that your chicken stays moist and flavorful while cooking.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, depending on your timeline.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the rice directly into the cooker.
- Once everything is tender and cooked through, fluff the rice with a fork and serve the succulent chicken over the top, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken overnight for extra flavor. This dish is also freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.