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Colorful plated dish featuring tender shredded chicken coated in vibrant lemon herb sauce, resting atop fluffy white rice with fresh herbs and lemon slices garnishing, styled on an elegant white plate with a rustic wooden background.

Succulent Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice in Slow Cooker

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A flavorful slow cooker lemon herb chicken paired with fluffy rice, infused with fresh herbs and citrus for a zesty, comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
  2. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  3. Cook rice separately in chicken broth according to package instructions.
  4. Shred the cooked chicken and serve over rice, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for extra juiciness.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low-fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 410 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg