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Lemon Crockpot Chicken (The Easiest, Juiciest Recipe!)

This Lemon Crockpot Chicken is the answer to your search for a meal that is incredibly easy to prepare, packed with bright, zesty flavor, and guaranteed to be juicy and tender every single time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 3-4 breasts
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large lemon zested and juiced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker A 6-quart slow cooker is recommended.
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Place them in the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 2-2.5 hours. The chicken is done when it is cooked through and tender.
  5. Remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot and place them on a cutting board. Let them rest for a few minutes, then shred the meat using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the sauce. Stir in the fresh parsley and let it absorb the juices for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalProtein: 35gFat: 10gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: Avoid overcooking the chicken for the juiciest results. Check the temperature with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C).
Tip 2: Feel free to add 1-inch cubed potatoes to the bottom of the crockpot for a complete one-pot meal.
Tip 3: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keyword crockpot chicken,lemon chicken,slow cooker chicken

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