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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice

A comforting and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served over fluffy rice.
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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: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless recommend for tenderness.
  • 2 pieces lemons Juiced and zested.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste teaspoon Salt
  • to taste teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low sodium is a good option.
  • 2 cups cooked rice Fluffy and warm for serving.
  • to taste pieces Fresh herbs For garnish, optional.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  4. Shred the chicken and stir it back into the sauce.
  5. Serve the chicken over fluffy cooked rice and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing. It can last in the fridge for about 3-4 days or up to 3 months in the freezer.