Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: 5 Easy Fresh Dinner
Slow cooker chicken and rice simmered with lemon, garlic, and herbs for a comforting one-pot meal.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Lightly coat the slow cooker with oil or cooking spray.
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Spread rinsed rice across the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Add chopped onion and minced garlic over the rice.
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Place chicken pieces on top.
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In a bowl mix chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Pour the broth mixture into the slow cooker.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours.
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Check that rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
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Fluff rice gently and mix chicken slightly with the rice.
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Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Long-grain rice produces the most reliable slow cooker texture.
Vegetables such as peas or spinach can be added during the final hour.