Description
This Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for a busy day. Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a tangy lemon-garlic sauce until juicy and delicious. Serve with your favorite sides for a complete meal!
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the mixture over the top, turning to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Spoon cooking juices over the chicken and garnish with lemon slices and parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- For extra flavor, sear the chicken breasts in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side before adding them to the slow cooker.
- You can also use bone-in chicken thighs for a juicier result, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2.5 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
