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A vibrant dish featuring tender shredded chicken seasoned with fresh herbs and slices of lemon, served atop fluffy white rice garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges, all presented in a rustic white bowl on a wooden table, with fresh herbs and lemon slices artfully arranged around the dish.

Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice Slow Cooker Delight

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A flavorful and easy-to-make slow cooker lemon herb chicken and rice dish, packed with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and tender chicken shredded over fluffy rice.

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

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken is tender.
  3. Remove chicken and shred using two forks. Meanwhile, add rice and chicken broth to the slow cooker and stir.
  4. Return shredded chicken to the cooker. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour until rice is tender and flavorful.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for juicier meat.
  • Add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste with additional herbs or lemon.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg