Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice. This comforting dish combines tender, juicy chicken with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection while fluffy rice absorbs every delicious drop of flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is as effortless as it is satisfying. With minimal prep and cleanup required, you can enjoy a wholesome meal that fills your home with warm, inviting aromas. Perfectly balanced with protein and fiber, this dish promises a nutritious yet scrumptious dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until softened.
- Transfer to the slow cooker and place chicken on top.
- Season chicken with thyme, rosemary, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Add uncooked rice around the chicken, then pour in chicken broth.
- Drizzle with lemon juice.
- Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or high for 1.5–2 hours.
- Once cooked, remove chicken to shred or slice; stir in peas.
- Return chicken to the pot and mix gently.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg