Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 lemons juiced and zested
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups water
- for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients, including juicing and zesting the lemons.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and add lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the rice by bringing water to a boil and adding rice. Simmer for 18 to 20 minutes.
- Once chicken is cooked, shred it in the slow cooker and mix it back into the sauce.
- Serve over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.