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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 300 minutes
  • Total Time: 315 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A comforting and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and aromatic lemon herbs, all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker.


Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Combine the chicken breasts, rice, chicken broth, lemon juice and zest, garlic, onion, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix well to ensure the chicken and rice are evenly coated.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 240-360 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  4. Shred the chicken with two forks and stir back into the rice.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Using fresh herbs can elevate the flavor. Adjust seasonings based on preference. For richer flavor, consider adding butter.