Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish filled with zesty flavors that will impress your family at dinner time.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 3

Total Time 3 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: DINNER RECIPES

Cuisine: American

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless chicken thighs tender and juicy
2 cups Chicken broth use low-sodium for a healthier option

For the Seasoning

1 tablespoon Lemon zest fresh is best
1 tablespoon Lemon juice fresh is best
1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Garlic powder provides aromatic quality
1 teaspoon Onion powder adds mild sweetness
1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes omit for milder dish
1 teaspoon Paprika adds flavor and color
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning herb blend
2 cloves Fresh garlic or minced

For the Rice

1 cup Jasmine rice long-grain rice
2 cups Water for cooking rice

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

How to Make Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
Mix the Ingredients: Add the chicken broth, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Stir well to combine.
Incorporate the Rice: Add the uncooked Jasmine rice and water; stir gently to ensure even distribution.
Set the Cooker: Cover the slow cooker and set to low for 3 hours, allowing flavors to develop.
Fluff and Serve: After cooking, fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and color.

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