Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
If you’re in search of a delicious, comforting meal that requires minimal effort, look no further than this Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice. This recipe combines tender chicken with fluffy rice, all infused with the bright flavors of lemon and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a wholesome option that the whole family will love. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just treating yourself, this one-pot wonder brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Optional: Sear chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
- In a bowl, combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and oregano.
- Pour the rice mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add lemon slices on top of the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg