Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken with zesty lemon, herbs, and garlic slow cooked over fluffy rice for a cozy, delicious dinner.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 -
1 cup long-grain rice
03 -
2 cups chicken broth
→ Aromatics and Seasonings
04 -
1 lemon, juiced and zested
05 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
06 -
1 teaspoon dried thyme
07 -
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
08 -
Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
09 -
Fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 -
In the slow cooker, combine the long-grain rice, chicken broth, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and season with salt and pepper.
02 -
Arrange the boneless, skinless chicken thighs on top of the rice and seasoning mixture.
03 -
Secure the lid and cook on low heat for 6–7 hours or on high heat for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the rice is tender.
04 -
Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve the chicken atop the rice and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before plating.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
For enhanced flavour, sear the chicken thighs in a hot pan before adding to the slow cooker.