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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish with zesty lemon and herb flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Optional Browning Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil Optional for browning.
For the Rice Mixture
  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice Rinse briefly to remove excess starch.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Can use vegetable broth as a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice Adds zesty brightness.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Fresh thyme can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for a sharper taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Finely chopped onion is an alternative.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For Garnishing
  • 1 Lemon, sliced For extra citrus flavor.
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley, chopped For a pop of color.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Optional: Brown the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Mix together the long-grain white rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and oregano in a bowl.
  4. Pour the rice mixture over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
  5. Top with slices of lemon.
  6. Cover and set to cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  7. Check chicken’s internal temperature about 30 minutes before serving; it should reach 165°F.
  8. Remove chicken and fluff the rice with a fork, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
  9. Serve chicken whole or shredded over rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of freshly grated lemon zest for extra zing if desired.

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