Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: Easy Family Dinner Delight
A delightful slow cooker meal featuring chicken and rice infused with lemon and herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the chicken broth and lemon juice over the chicken.
- Add the minced garlic, thyme, and parsley.
- Stir in the rice gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Before serving, drizzle with olive oil and garnish with more herbs if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
- Adjust the herbs based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Lemon Herb, Chicken, Rice, Family Dinner