Description
A comforting and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring lemon herb chicken and rice, inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexican kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients. If desired, sear chicken in olive oil until just browned on both sides.
- In your slow cooker, combine the rinsed rice and chicken broth, ensuring the rice is evenly spread.
- Layer the chicken on top of the rice and pour the minced garlic, lemon zest, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Right before serving, squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the dish.
Notes
Sear the chicken for enhanced flavor. Add fresh vegetables in the last 30 minutes for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg