Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken with Fluffy Rice
A hands-off, zesty slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 pieces lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (e.g., thyme, rosemary)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups water or additional chicken broth
Instructions
Preparation
- In a slow cooker, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated with the mixture.
Cooking
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Cooking the Rice
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the rice by bringing water or additional chicken broth to a boil in a separate pot.
- Add the rice, cover, and reduce heat to simmer until fluffy and cooked through.
Serving
- Serve the lemon herb chicken over the fluffy rice, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
Rinsing your rice before cooking can help it turn out fluffy and not sticky! Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months, reheat with a splash of water.