Go Back
–+ servings
Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Comforting Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice Delight

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a hassle-free homemade meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for added flavor.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Rice Long grain or jasmine preferred; adjust cooking time for brown rice.
  • 2 pieces Lemons Juiced and zested for flavor.
  • 1 pieces Onion Chopped for sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for rich flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can swap with basil or thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh herbs can be even more fragrant.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place 4 boneless chicken breasts into your slow cooker. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, then add one chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in the juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons.
  2. Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  3. Once cooking time is up, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Allow it to cool slightly before shredding it with two forks.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of uncooked rice directly into the broth mixture in the slow cooker. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, ensuring it sits atop the rice.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and switch to HIGH, cooking for an additional 30-40 minutes until the rice is tender.
  6. Taste and adjust the lemon juice or seasoning as desired.
  7. Spoon the mixture into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 32gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers reheat well; store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!