Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice
A delightful dish featuring juicy chicken marinated in lemon and herbs, served with fluffy rice. Perfect for a comforting, home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
For the marinade
- 2 lemons lemons (juiced) Juiced for marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced) Freshly minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- to taste Salt and pepper
For cooking
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into even sizes for uniform cooking
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups long-grain rice Adjust amount of rice as desired
- 1 cup water For cooking rice
- to taste Fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over them.
- Add chicken broth and stir to combine.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the rice by combining rice and water in a pot, bringing to a boil, then reducing heat and covering until fluffy.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over fluffy rice, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in separate airtight containers for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or freeze for up to 3 months. Cut chicken breasts into even sizes for uniform cooking. Let marinate for more flavor if desired.