Description
Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a flavorful, comforting one-pot meal. Tender chicken thighs cook alongside long-grain rice in a fragrant blend of garlic, lemon, and herbs, making dinner effortless and delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- Add rice, chicken broth, lemon juice and zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Stir gently to combine ingredients.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and rice is tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sear the chicken thighs in a skillet before adding to the slow cooker.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours (Low) or 2–3 hours (High)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American