Description
A comforting and effortless meal featuring tender chicken, fragrant herbs, and fluffy rice, all prepared in your slow cooker for a zesty and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Slow Cooker Base: Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add Rice: Pour the long-grain rice over the onion mixture, spreading it evenly.
- Layer Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
- Add Broth and Lemon: Pour the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest over everything, ensuring the rice is submerged.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Chicken should be fully cooked and rice tender.
- Fluff and Serve: Once done, use two forks to shred the chicken gently. Stir everything to combine before serving.
- Garnish: Top with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors!
Notes
Ensure chicken broth is gluten-free if dietary restrictions apply. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: slow cooker, lemon herb chicken, chicken and rice, healthy dinner, easy meal