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A colorful plate featuring tender shredded chicken surrounded by fragrant lemon herb rice, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices, styled simply on a rustic wooden surface.

Easy Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice in Slow Cooker

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A quick and flavorful slow cooker meal combining tender lemon herb chicken with fluffy rice, perfect for busy nights.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 lemons, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker, season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary, then drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Add minced garlic, lemon slices, rice, and chicken broth into the cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender and rice is fluffy.
  4. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra lemon slices before serving.

Notes

  • Use boneless chicken for quicker cooking and easier shredding.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like peas or spinach for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg