Description
A creamy, tender Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice that wraps you in coziness with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the chicken breasts, rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to mix the ingredients well, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 360 minutes or on high for 240 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is fluffy.
- Once done cooking, shred the chicken right in the slow cooker, mixing it with the rice for that creamy, comforting texture.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and brightness.
Notes
This dish can easily be customized with vegetables, coconut milk, or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg