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A vibrant bowl of shredded lemon herb chicken atop fluffy rice, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices, presented on a rustic wooden table with natural daylight highlighting the textures and colors.

Easy Lemon Herb Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice

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A flavorful and easy slow cooker meal combining tender lemon herb chicken with fluffy rice, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
  2. In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and chicken broth.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker.
  6. Add rice to the slow cooker, stir gently, cover, and cook for another 30 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for extra juiciness.
  • Use long-grain rice for best texture.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste for more tang.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
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