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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

A healthy and flavorful dish made easy in the slow cooker, perfect for busy days.

  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 360-480 minutes or on high for 180-240 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  4. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken over the rice.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice just before serving. You can also add vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken, rice, easy dinner, family meal