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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a comforting and effortless dish, perfect for busy weeknights featuring tender chicken and zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice jasmine rice can also be used
  • 2 cups chicken broth vegetable broth can work for a vegetarian version
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs boneless chicken breasts can be used but monitor cooking time
  • 1 each fresh lemon juice and zest lime can provide an alternative flavor
Seasonings
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Italian seasoning can be a quick mix-in
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine 1 cup of long-grain rice and 2 cups of chicken broth in your slow cooker. Stir to ensure the rice is evenly dispersed. Add the juice and zest from 1 lemon, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Layer the boneless, skinless chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture without stirring. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
  4. Once done, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve the juicy chicken thighs on top of the rice and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Cooking for the lower end of the time range helps maintain chicken tenderness. Consider adding frozen peas or sliced carrots halfway through cooking for added nutrition.

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