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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice infused with lemon and herbs, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 whole lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method

Preparation

  • In the slow cooker, combine the chicken, rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well to ensure the rice is submerged in the liquid.

Cooking

  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the rice is fluffy.
  • Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and squeeze fresh lemon zest over the dish.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 33gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for a few hours before cooking. Use brown rice for a healthier alternative and adjust the cooking time as it may take longer to cook. Fresh parsley adds color and freshness.
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