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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken served in a bowl with herbs and lemon slices

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken

This slow cooker lemon herb chicken is a bright, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts poached in a lemon-herb broth and served over rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 pounds total)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium if preferred)
  • 3 pieces lemons — zest and juice Zest before juicing for maximum aroma.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice for lower carbs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, to sear if you like)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly coat the slow cooker insert with olive oil or nonstick spray and arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, and chopped herbs until combined.
  3. Pour the lemon-herb mixture evenly over the chicken so the breasts are mostly covered and season the top with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F and pulls apart easily with a fork.
  2. About 30 minutes before serving, stir the cooked rice into the slow cooker so it absorbs some of the sauce and warms through.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or an extra squeeze of lemon. Serve the chicken over rice and spoon the lemon-herb sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For a grain-free option, use cauliflower rice or serve the chicken over steamed vegetables. Ensure to refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking and use within 3 to 4 days.

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