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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A tender, succulent chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served with fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken broth, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, and salt and pepper in a slow cooker.
  2. Place chicken breasts into the cooker, coating them thoroughly in the marinade.
  3. Sprinkle in long-grain rice, ensuring it’s submerged in the liquid.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks, then mix it back with the rice.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

Make-ahead by marinating chicken overnight. If using brown rice, adjust cooking time accordingly.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg