Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
A delightful and flavorful family dish where juicy chicken, fragrant herbs, and perfectly cooked rice shine, all infused with zesty lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or skinless) Use either skin-on or skinless as per your preference.
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 piece onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. If using skin-on pieces, you can sear them in a skillet for 3-4 minutes to enhance flavor, but it's optional.
- In your slow cooker, add the diced onion, minced garlic, rice, and herbs. Top it with the seasoned chicken thighs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Pour this mixture over the chicken and rice.
Cooking
- Cover your slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be tender and the rice cooked through.
Serving
- Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For ingredient substitutions, feel free to use boneless chicken breasts instead of thighs. You can also swap out the herbs for your favorites like basil or oregano. Avoid adding extra liquid to ensure the rice doesn't turn mushy as the chicken produces its own juices.