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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken served with fluffy rice on a dinner plate.

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice

A zesty and tender chicken dish cooked in a slow cooker, paired perfectly with fluffy rice to soak up the rich broth, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper To taste
For the Chicken and Rice
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups chicken broth Use a good quality for best taste
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice You can swap jasmine for basmati
  • to garnish Fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours.
Cooking Rice
  1. About 30 minutes before serving, prepare the rice according to the package directions.
Serving
  1. Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred it with two forks and mix it with the delicious broth.
  2. Serve the shredded chicken over the fluffy rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Consider layering the fluffy rice on the plate first, then gently spooning the tender chicken on top. A sprinkle of fresh parsley enhances both presentation and flavor. Pair with a side salad or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal. For extra flavor, a squeeze of fresh lemon right before serving elevates the dish.