Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
A comforting and flavorful slow cooker dish made with chicken, rice, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 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 long-grain white rice
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Steamed vegetables or salad for serving
Instructions
- Combine the Base Mixture: In a slow cooker, combine the rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice and zest, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on top of the mixture, pressing them slightly into the rice.
- Let It Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Fluff It Up: Before serving, fluff the rice with a fork and gently combine it with the chicken.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve with steamed vegetables or a crisp salad.
Notes
For a smoky twist, add smoked paprika; for a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg