Description
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish where boneless, skinless chicken breasts are cooked low and slow in a vibrant lemon-garlic marinade infused with herbs. Perfect for an easy, hands-off meal, this recipe yields juicy chicken breasts that pair wonderfully with rice, salads, or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- ¼ 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
To Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Optional: Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon-garlic mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the lemon-garlic marinade evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated with the mixture for maximum flavor infusion.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and fully cooked through, reaching a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and serve: Once the chicken is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and plate it. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional lemon slices to add a fresh burst of color and brightness. Serve alongside rice, a light salad, or your preferred side dishes.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model; always check the internal temperature of the chicken.
- For more intense lemon flavor, you can increase the lemon juice or add a splash of white wine to the marinade.
- This recipe works well with chicken thighs if preferred; adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
