chicken breast slow cooker recipes
This Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken Breast recipe results in tender, juicy chicken infused with zesty lemon and flavorful herbs. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting meal. Serve it over rice or with vegetables for a wholesome dinner.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 cutting board
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs total.
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice From about 2 lemons.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the lemon herb mixture over the top.
- Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker around the chicken to help keep it moist during cooking.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and stir to coat in the sauce.
- Serve the chicken hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy it over rice, pasta, or with your favorite vegetables.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add other herbs such as rosemary or basil.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the chicken after cooking and thicken the broth by simmering it on the stove with a cornstarch slurry.
This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings or meal prep for the week. Just ensure your slow cooker is large enough to accommodate the additional ingredients.