Description
A simple and delicious slow-cooked chicken dish infused with the bright, tangy flavor of lemon. Tender chicken cooked in a flavorful lemon sauce, making it a comforting and easy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. (Optional step for added flavor and color.)
- Transfer the chicken breasts to the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and, if desired, shred it using two forks.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Alternatively, serve the chicken whole with the sauce spooned over it.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or bell peppers to cook alongside the chicken for a complete meal.
- For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño to the lemon sauce.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a richer, more flavorful dish.
- To make the dish creamy, add heavy cream or cream cheese at the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
