Description
Enjoy a flavorful and healthy Crockpot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice, a perfect one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, fresh lemon, herbs, and fluffy rice, making it a wholesome dinner for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic for the marinade.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of your Crock-Pot. Pour the lemon-garlic mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated well. Add the rice evenly over the chicken, then pour in the chicken broth to cover the ingredients.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Once cooked, shred the chicken if preferred. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving for a bright, fresh flavor.
Notes
- You can swap white rice for brown rice or cauliflower rice for added nutrition or lower carbs.
- Adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach enhances flavor and nutrition.
- Fresh herbs and lemon zest boost the flavor without added calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg