Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients.
- Optional: Sear chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In a slow cooker, combine rinsed rice and chicken broth; stir gently.
- Place seared chicken on top of the rice mixture. Sprinkle with minced garlic, lemon zest, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours without lifting the lid.
- Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg