Description
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is a delightful, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts infused with bright lemon, fragrant garlic, and herbs. Perfect for a special dinner, it brings a fancy feel to your meal while requiring minimal effort, thanks to slow cooking that ensures juicy, flavorful results.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Optional: Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Arrange chicken in slow cooker: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add marinade to chicken: Pour the lemon-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken breasts to coat them thoroughly.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and very tender.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and serve garnished with fresh parsley and optional lemon slices. Pair with rice or a light salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh lemons for the juice and zest.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model.
- You can add vegetables like potatoes or carrots to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reduce sodium, adjust the amount of salt added or omit entirely.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
