Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful recipe for slow cooker lemon herb chicken and rice, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 4 whole chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine chicken broth, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs and cover with the broth mixture.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Remove chicken and stir in rice, cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Add frozen peas and mix well before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be adjusted based on your preference for seasoning.
- Consider adding more vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg