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Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice for Effortless Comfort Cooking

Enjoy a flavorful Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Broth Mixture
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Uncooked White Rice or brown rice with adjusted cooking time
For the Veggie Boost
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas or mixed vegetables as a substitute

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are blended together.
  3. Carefully pour the broth mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  4. Rinse the uncooked white rice to remove excess starch, then sprinkle it evenly around the chicken.
  5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low for 4 to 5 hours.
  6. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, gently stir in the frozen peas.
  7. Once the cooking time is complete, gently stir the dish to combine chicken, rice, and peas. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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