Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice Made Easy for Families
A simple and delicious recipe for families that combines lemony goodness with savory herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, add the olive oil and place the chicken breasts at the bottom.
- Pour the chicken broth and lemon juice over the chicken.
- Add the rice, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and diced onion.
- Stir to combine everything well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- About 10 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas and mix well.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for a few hours prior to cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Lemon Herb Chicken, Rice