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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Tender chicken and fluffy rice slow-cooked in a lemon-garlic butter sauce with herbs for a bright, cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet (optional for searing)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Rinse rice and prepare onion, garlic, and lemon.
  2. Optional: Sear chicken in olive oil for 2 minutes per side.
  3. Add rice, onion, garlic, herbs, butter, and broth to the slow cooker.
  4. Place chicken on top, pour in lemon juice, and sprinkle zest.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  6. Fluff rice, stir, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For best texture, use long-grain rice and avoid stirring too often while cooking. Add peas or carrots in the final 30 minutes for a colorful variation.