Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful and Easy Family Meal

Introduction

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice delivers everything you want from a classic home-cooked meal: robust flavor, nourish­ing ingredients, and effortless prep. This recipe bursts with bright lemon, aromatic herbs, and tender chicken, all cooked to perfection over fluffy rice. The result is a one-pot meal that’s equally appealing for busy weeknights or family gatherings.

With minimal hands-on time and savory, crowd-pleasing flavors, this is a recipe guaranteed to earn a permanent spot on your dinner table rotation.

Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

This dish is more than just easy to make—it’s all about layers of flavor without the fuss. Slow cooking ensures the chicken stays juicy while maximizing the citrusy punch of fresh lemon and the depth of mixed herbs. The rice absorbs all those delicious juices, so every bite is rich, aromatic, and satisfying.

It’s naturally gluten free and can easily be adapted for meal prep or to suit a variety of preferences—all while keeping cleanup to a minimum.

Simple Prep, Flavorful Results

To make preparations even simpler, quickly chop your onions, carrots, and celery with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, saving time and keeping your prep area clean. Use fresh lemon juice for a vibrant zing, and create an herb mixture using rosemary, thyme, and parsley.

Layering the ingredients directly into the slow cooker means less time in the kitchen and more hands-off convenience, letting the appliance do all the hard work for you.

How to Assemble Your Slow Cooker Meal

Begin by lightly browning the chicken thighs or breasts in a skillet for extra flavor (this step is optional but recommended). Then, place the chicken into the slow cooker atop uncooked rice and vegetables for a truly all-in-one meal.

For even, reliable rice, gently mash any soft vegetables at the end with a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher. Finish with a burst of fresh lemon zest and serve directly from the slow cooker for easy cleanup.

Serving and Storing Suggestions

This dish is perfect as a standalone meal, or served with a light side salad for extra freshness. For family dinners or easy meal prep, store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep your portions fresh and ready for the week ahead.

Bring along portions in a Bentgo Salad Container for lunches on the go; the sealing lid makes transport a snap and prevents leaks.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields approximately 6 hearty servings. Each portion provides lean protein, a healthy dose of veggies, and complex carbs, coming in at around 420 calories per serving (depending on your choice of chicken cuts and the amount of oil used). It’s a balanced choice, ideal for fueling busy days.

Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice (Recap)

This comforting, zesty dish turns everyday ingredients into a flavorful, hands-off dinner. With only a few minutes of prep (thanks to clever chopping tools) and simple assembly, you’ll have a meal that everyone will request again and again.

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. (This step is optional for extra flavor.) Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side, then set aside.
2. Using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, dice the onion, carrots, and celery quickly and evenly. Add these vegetables to the base of your slow cooker.
3. Add the rinsed rice, lemon zest, lemon juice, half the parsley, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
4. Arrange the seared (or raw) chicken on top of the rice mixture.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the rice is fully cooked. Avoid lifting the lid frequently to prevent steam loss.
6. Before serving, use a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to gently mash and incorporate any soft vegetables into the rice for extra creaminess. Optionally, shred the chicken with a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for a pulled effect.
7. Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley over the top, garnish with lemon slices, and serve directly from your slow cooker. For later meals, portion into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers and refrigerate.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 4.5 hours (on LOW)

Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes

Enjoy the effortless comfort of Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice—a satisfying meal that takes wholesome, classic flavors and delivers them with modern convenience.