Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken

Author: Lauren Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 240 minutes Total Time: 255 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Chicken Recipes Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds total)
  • 1 lemon — juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste (about 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, adjust to preference)
  • 2 cups cooked rice (for serving)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (about 2 tablespoons chopped)
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Instructions

  1. Start by prepping your ingredients. Zest then juice the lemon so you have both ready. Mince the garlic, and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, a pinch of salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Put the chicken in the slow cooker in a single layer if possible. Pour the lemon herb mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker around the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until done.
  5. When cooked through, transfer the chicken to a plate, let it rest, and serve over rice with parsley.

Notes

  1. Use thighs for juiciness, adjust salt at the end, and add fresh lemon zest just before serving for a vibrant finish.