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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice – A Bright, One-Pot Comfort Meal

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A slow cooker meal of tender chicken and fluffy rice, infused with lemon, garlic, and herbs. Bright, satisfying, and easy enough for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

  • 2½ cups chicken broth

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp rosemary

  • ½ tsp oregano

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Optional: baby spinach, peas, parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Add rice, onion, broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.

  • Season chicken with herbs, garlic, lemon, oil, salt, and pepper. Place over rice.

  • Cover and cook on Low for 3½–4½ hours, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked.

  • Stir, fluff rice, and shred or slice chicken if desired.

  • Add greens or cheese (optional), garnish, and serve.

Notes

For brown rice, increase broth to 2¾ cups and cook 5–6 hours. Don’t open the lid during cooking to keep steam in.

Find it online: https://dailywholekitchen.com/slow-cooker-lemon-herb-chicken-and-rice-a-bright-one-pot-comfort-meal/