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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken: The Easiest, Juiciest Recipe

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken is an easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal. Tender, juicy chicken infused with bright lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs. The perfect healthy and delicious dinner for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs) patted dry
  • 1 large onion thickly sliced
  • 2 large lemons one zested and juiced, one halved
  • 8 cloves garlic 4 minced, 4 left whole
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped, plus a few sprigs for the cavity
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped, plus a few sprigs for the cavity
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
  • 1 Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Scatter the sliced onion and 4 whole garlic cloves across the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon zest, 4 minced garlic cloves, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pat the chicken dry and rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the onions. Stuff the cavity with the halved lemon and the extra sprigs of rosemary and thyme. Pour the chicken broth and fresh lemon juice around the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Remove the chicken and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. Optional: Broil for 2-4 minutes for crispier skin before resting. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalProtein: 45gFat: 25gFiber: 1g

Notes

For Crispy Skin: A slow cooker won't make skin crispy. For best results, place the cooked chicken on a baking sheet and broil on high for 2-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Pan Juices: Don't discard the liquid in the pot! Skim the fat and use it as a delicious sauce to pour over the chicken and any side dishes.
Keyword crockpot chicken,lemon herb chicken,slow cooker chicken

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