Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
A comforting, flavorful dish of tender chicken and rice infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, cooked in a slow cooker for effortless preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 370 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a slow cooker, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken: Add the chicken breasts and ensure they are well coated with the marinade.
- Add broth and rice: Pour in the chicken broth and add the rice, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Cook it low and slow: Cover and cook on low for 360-480 minutes (6-8 hours) or on high for 180-240 minutes (3-4 hours), until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Fluff and garnish: Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork before serving and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Consider adding diced vegetables like carrots or peas for added nutrition. This dish is perfect paired with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg