Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
A flavorful one-pot meal featuring succulent chicken and fluffy rice, enhanced with bright lemon and aromatic herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Choose evenly sized for consistent cooking.
- 1 cup uncooked rice Use white rice for best results.
- 2 cups chicken broth Adjust based on desired rice texture.
- 1 piece lemon Juiced and zested for maximum flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For richness.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano Provides herbal flavor.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme Enhances aroma.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced for flavor infusion.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In the slow cooker, place the chicken breasts.
- Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is fluffy.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir back into the rice.
Serving
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
For best flavor, consider adding vegetables like carrots or peas. Adjust chicken broth based on your texture preference. Incorporate additional herbs as desired.