Description
A comforting lemon herb chicken dish that simmers in a slow cooker, blending bright lemon flavors with fragrant herbs for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Place your chicken breasts in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Mix the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chicken broth, melted butter, oregano, and thyme until well combined.
- Pour and season: Pour this zesty mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly on top for that perfect seasoning.
- Cook to perfection: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Your chicken is done when it is fork-tender and easy to shred.
- Finish with fresh touch: Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a pop of color and freshness to your dish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before cooking. Fresh or dried herbs should be vibrant and aromatic for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg