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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

A cozy and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts and aromatic herbs cooked slowly with rice and lemon.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 piece lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Can be substituted with herbs de Provence.
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary Fresh herbs can be used for more flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add the rice and chicken broth into your slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  2. Season your chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Place them on top of the rice mixture.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Drizzle this mixture over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  2. Check the chicken for doneness and fluff the rice with a fork when the cooking time is done.
  3. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for up to three months. Reheat with a splash of chicken broth to maintain moisture.

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