Description
Crock-pot Lemon Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines succulent chicken thighs with fluffy rice, all infused with vibrant lemon flavor and aromatic spices. This effortless dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners—set it in the Crock-pot and let it work its magic. Each bite of tender chicken paired with zesty rice creates a heartwarming experience that will please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, leftovers store well, making this recipe ideal for meal prep. Enjoy a wholesome dinner without compromising on taste or time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Jasmine rice (uncooked)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 clove garlic (or 1 tsp minced garlic)
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs at the bottom of the Crock-pot.
- Mix lemon zest, juice, and chicken broth in a small bowl; pour over chicken.
- In a ramekin, combine all seasonings and sprinkle over the chicken.
- Add minced garlic on top.
- Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- Twenty minutes before serving, add water and Jasmine rice to the Crock-pot.
- Cook covered for an additional 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg