Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice

Tired of complicated dinners that take hours? Crave something healthy but bursting with flavor? Then get ready to fall in love with Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice! This recipe is designed for busy lives – simply toss everything in the slow cooker, set it, and forget it. You’ll come home to a fragrant, delectable meal that’s both nourishing and incredibly satisfying. It’s a dish that simplifies your life without sacrificing taste – something I think we all need a little more of!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

I remember my grandmother always making Sunday supper a big affair, filled with rich, heavy dishes. While I loved them, they weren’t exactly weeknight friendly. This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice is my way of capturing that comforting, home-cooked feeling but in a way that fits into my packed schedule. The bright lemon and herbs evoke those happy family memories, but the slow cooker makes it achievable on even the busiest days. It’s like a little hug in a bowl, made easy.

Ingredients

Chicken & Rice

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Herbs & Seasoning

• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

Creating this flavorful dish is easier than you think. Follow these simple steps for a perfect Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice every time!

1. First, place the rinsed rice evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Next, generously layer the chicken thighs on top of the rice.
3. Then, evenly distribute lemon slices over the chicken.
4. Sprinkle rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over everything.
5. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the ingredients.
7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
8. Shred the chicken with two forks and gently stir to combine with the rice and lemon. Serve hot and enjoy!.

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice

This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Rice recipe is designed for busy lives. Simply toss everything in the slow cooker, set it, and forget it. You’ll come home to a fragrant, delectable, and nourishing meal.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup long-grain rice rinsed
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 lemon thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Herbs & Seasoning

• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

• Slow Cooker
• Forks

Method

 

1. First, place the rinsed rice evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Next, generously layer the chicken thighs on top of the rice.
3. Then, evenly distribute lemon slices over the chicken.
4. Sprinkle rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over everything.
5. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the ingredients.
7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
8. Shred the chicken with two forks and gently stir to combine with the rice and lemon. Serve hot and enjoy!.

Notes

This recipe captures that comforting, home-cooked feeling, making it achievable on even the busiest days. It’s like a little hug in a bowl, made easy.

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