Description
Enjoy Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice: Easy Healthy Crock Pot Meal, a vibrant dish for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- fresh herbs (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, zest, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2: Place your chicken breasts in the slow cooker, then pour the lemon herb mixture over them.
- Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth and add the long-grain rice to the slow cooker.
- Step 4: Gently mix the ingredients to ensure that the rice is evenly distributed.
- Step 5: Secure the lid on your slow cooker. Cook on low for 360 minutes or high for 180 minutes.
- Step 6: Once cooked, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Notes
Ensure each chicken breast is well-coated for maximum flavor. Adjust seasonings based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Healthy Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg