Description
Enjoy a flavorful and easy lazy dinner with our Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice. This dish combines tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and fresh lemon to create a bright, comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prepping. Simple to prepare, it’s the ideal summer or kid-friendly crockpot recipe that offers a nutritious and delicious plate without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Place rice, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried herbs, chicken broth, and olive oil into the crockpot. Stir to combine. Add seared chicken on top, ensuring it’s partially submerged.
- Set your crockpot on low for approximately 2 hours until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Optional: shred the chicken once cooked and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot with sides of salad or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra tender chicken, use bone-in pieces and adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Use jasmine or basmati rice for a more aromatic flavor.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like dill or parsley for varied tastes.
- This recipe doubles well for larger gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 95 mg