arlic Chicken has become one of my go-to Recipe
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is an easy yet elegant dish that’s perfect for a special dinner. The combination of zesty lemon and fragrant garlic infuses the chicken with amazing flavor, making it a delightful choice for a romantic meal or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 7 hours on low
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (on high) or 7 hours 10 minutes (on low)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Lemon Garlic 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 Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the lemon-garlic mixture over them.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Garnish the chicken with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving, accompanied by rice or a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 88mg
Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/zesty-slow-cooker-lemon-garlic-chicken/
