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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Rice

An easy and delicious meal combining the brightness of lemon with savory herbs, cooked in a slow cooker for tender chicken and fluffy rice.

  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup rice (white or brown)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken and coat it well with the marinade.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 360 to 480 minutes or on high for 180 to 240 minutes.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it and keep it warm.
  6. Stir in the rice into the slow cooker and let it cook according to the rice instructions (about 20-30 minutes on high).
  7. Fluff the rice and serve with the chicken on top, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding vegetables for more nutrition.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken, lemon, herbs, rice, gluten-free