Description
Crock-pot Lemon Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken thighs with fluffy Jasmine rice, all infused with the bright and zesty flavor of lemon. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow-cooker meal allows you to set it and forget it while filling your kitchen with delicious aromas. The harmonious blend of spices and fresh ingredients ensures a delightful experience for the whole family. Best of all, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare, making it ideal for meal prep or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup Jasmine rice (uncooked)
- pepper
- crushed red pepper flakes
- paprika
- Italian seasoning
- minced garlic
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the Crock-pot.
- In a small bowl, mix lemon zest, juice, and chicken broth. Pour over the chicken.
- Combine seasonings in a ramekin and sprinkle over the chicken.
- Top with minced garlic.
- Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- About 20 minutes before serving, add water and rice to the pot; cover and cook until rice is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg