Description
Creating Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a delightful way to savor a hearty meal with minimal effort. This dish combines tender chicken breasts with fragrant herbs and zesty lemon, all nestled in a bed of fluffy rice. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder not only offers vibrant flavors but also provides essential nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion. Enjoy effortless cooking as your slow cooker does all the work while you relax!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by lightly coating the interior with non-stick spray or olive oil.
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 4-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Layer sautéed onions and garlic in the slow cooker; spread rice evenly on top.
- In a bowl, mix chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper; pour over rice.
- Place chicken breasts on top of the mixture and sprinkle frozen peas and carrots over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and rice is tender.
- Fluff rice before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg