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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

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A simple yet impressive dish combining juicy chicken breasts and tender rice, enhanced with lemon and herbs, perfect for busy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In the slow cooker, combine the chicken, rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest.
  2. Add olive oil, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir to combine and place the chicken on top of the rice mixture.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  5. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding vegetables like peas or carrots in the last hour of cooking for added flavor and color.

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