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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice

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A comforting dish featuring tender chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 pieces lemons (juiced and zested) for maximum flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice can substitute with quinoa or other grains
  • 2 cups water
  • Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, zest, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken in your slow cooker and pour the lemon-herb mixture over it, ensuring it’s well-coated.
  3. Add the chicken broth and stir gently to combine everything.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker, set it to low, and let it cook for 6-7 hours or set to high for 3-4 hours.
  2. About 30 minutes before you’re ready to serve, cook the rice according to package instructions, using the water.
  3. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork.
  4. Serve the succulent chicken over the fluffy rice, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For a thicker sauce, reduce the liquid on the stovetop after removing the chicken. If using skin-on chicken, consider browning it before slow cooking for enhanced flavor.

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