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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice (The Easiest, Most Flavorful Recipe!)

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is the ultimate one-pot meal! Featuring tender, juicy chicken and perfectly fluffy rice infused with bright lemon and savory herbs, it's a foolproof, set-it-and-forget-it dinner perfect for any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large lemon zest and juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Large Skillet (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is fully coated.
  2. For extra flavor, sear the chicken thighs in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Place the marinated chicken into the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the top. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or on high for 2 hours.
  4. Remove the cooked chicken and set aside. Stir the rinsed rice into the broth in the slow cooker.
  5. Place the chicken back on top of the rice. Cover and cook on high for another 45-60 minutes, until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 35gFat: 15gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For the best texture, do not skip rinsing the rice. This removes excess starch and prevents it from becoming gummy.
Tip 2: Feel free to add a cup of frozen peas or a few handfuls of fresh spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.
Keyword crock pot chicken,one-pot meal,slow cooker chicken and rice

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