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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice

A fragrant and easy-to-make meal that balances zesty lemon with tender chicken, served over fluffy rice.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 7 heures
Temps total 7 heures 15 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Type de plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 pieces lemons (juiced and zested)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  2. About 30 minutes before serving, prepare the rice. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1 cup of rice to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
Serving
  1. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
  2. Serve the lemon herb chicken over fluffy rice, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Leftovers keep well for 3-4 days in the fridge or can be frozen for up to 3 months. For reheating, warm in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of chicken broth if it’s too dry. Use bone-in chicken for more flavor, swap herbs if needed, and add extra lemon juice for more zing.