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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, transforming chicken and rice into a comforting, gluten-free meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Substitute brown rice for added texture
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Homemade or low-sodium is best
For the Flavoring
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can replace with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can swap for finely chopped onion
For the Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil as an alternative
For Garnishing
  • 1 whole Lemon Slices For garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnishing

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear each side of the chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and oregano in a mixing bowl and stir well.
  4. Pour the rice mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker and layer lemon slices on top.
  5. Set slow cooker to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Check the chicken's internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F, then remove and shred if desired.
  7. Fluff the rice in the slow cooker with a fork, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve garnished with parsley and additional lemon slices as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat gently before serving.

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