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Colorful plate featuring tender shredded chicken coated in lemon and herbs, fluffy rice, fresh green herbs, and lemon slices, arranged attractively on a white ceramic plate with a sprig of rosemary on top, beautifully styled with soft natural light highlighting textures and vibrant colors.

Easy Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

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Juicy, tender lemon herb chicken cooked slowly with fragrant rice for an easy, flavorful dinner.

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

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
  2. Add garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and chicken broth over the chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
  4. Remove chicken and shred, then return to slow cooker.
  5. Cook rice separately according to package instructions.
  6. Serve chicken over rice, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

  • You can use boneless chicken breasts for quicker cooking.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrients.
  • Adjust lemon to taste for more tanginess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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