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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: 1-Pot Delicious.

  • Author: Myar Nasser
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a bright, lemon-kissed, one-pot dinner that cooks itself in the slow cooker. Tender halal chicken paired with fluffy herb rice makes a cozy, weeknight favorite with fresh citrus flavor and minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded halal chicken or 1 ½ pounds raw chicken breasts
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Optional: fresh parsley or dill for garnish, extra lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease the slow cooker with a bit of olive oil.
  2. If using raw chicken, place it at the bottom of the slow cooker. If using cooked shredded chicken, add it later in step 6.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, paprika, pepper, and salt.
  4. Add the uncooked rice to the slow cooker and pour the broth mixture over it.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or until the rice is tender.
  6. If using cooked chicken, stir it in during the last 20 minutes of cook time.
  7. Add frozen peas and mix gently.
  8. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley, dill, or lemon slices if desired.

Notes

  • If you’re short on time, you can use pre-cooked chicken and skip the initial cooking step.
  • For extra brightness, finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving.
  • Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or a skillet with a splash of chicken broth.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill and extra lemon slices for a bright presentation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3–4 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: Approximately 1,200 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

Keywords: Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice, Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Rice, Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice, One-Pot Chicken and Rice, Halal Slow Cooker Recipe, Easy Weeknight Dinner

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