Description
This dish features tender chicken breasts paired with flavorful herb-infused rice, brightened with lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Build the flavor base by drizzling olive oil into your slow cooker. Scatter the chopped onion and minced garlic across the bottom. As they cook slowly, they soften and release a gentle sweetness that forms the backbone of the dish.
- Add the rice and rinse the rice until the water runs mostly clear. This keeps it from becoming overly starchy. Spread the rice evenly over the onion mixture and pour in the chicken broth. I always take a moment here to inhale the fresh scent—it is the beginning of something comforting.
- Season the chicken; in a small bowl, mix the oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub this herb mixture all over the chicken breasts. Place them directly on top of the rice. As the chicken cooks, its juices will drip down and infuse the rice with incredible flavor.
- Add the lemon brightness; sprinkle the lemon zest evenly over everything, then drizzle in the fresh lemon juice. This is what gives Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice its signature vibrant finish. The citrus gently tenderizes the chicken while balancing the savory herbs.
- Slow cook to perfection; cook on low for 4–5 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked and the rice has absorbed the liquid. Avoid lifting the lid too often, as this releases heat and can affect the rice texture.
- Fluff and finish; remove the chicken and fluff the rice with a fork. Slice or shred the chicken, then return it to the pot. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- The result is tender, juicy chicken nestled into soft, herb-infused rice with a gentle citrus aroma rising from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg