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Cozy lemon herb chicken cooked in a slow cooker with fresh herbs and seasoning

Cozy Lemon Herb Chicken

A delightful and easy slow cooker recipe that combines lemon and herbs for a comforting chicken dish, perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts Use fresh chicken for best results
  • ¼ cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Use a microplane for easy zesting
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is best, but powder can substitute
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by arranging the chicken breasts in your slow cooker in an even layer.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, chicken broth, melted butter, oregano, and thyme until well blended.
  3. Pour the lemon herb mixture over the chicken and sprinkle the top with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cover your slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  2. Check that the chicken is fork-tender and fragrant.
Serving
  1. Lift the lid and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
  2. Drizzle the lemon herb sauce over the chicken when plating.

Notes

For best results, consider marinating the chicken in the lemon-herb mixture overnight. Adjust cooking time based on your slow cooker model.