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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

A warm, cozy dish of tender chicken and fluffy rice infused with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 whole lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Add the rice on top of the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is fluffy.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, use the low setting for richer flavor. Add vegetables for extra nutrition. Refrigerate leftovers for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.