Description
A tender and flavorful Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked low and slow with a zesty lemon-garlic marinade infused with herbs. Perfect for an easy, hands-off meal that pairs beautifully with rice or a fresh salad.
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
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, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until fully combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker, then pour the lemon-garlic marinade over them, ensuring each piece of chicken is evenly coated for maximum flavor infusion.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on the low setting for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked through, tender, and juicy.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to plates and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional lemon slices to brighten the presentation. Serve with rice, a light salad, or your preferred side dish for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute dried herbs with fresh oregano and thyme; just use 3 times the amount.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer, add vegetables like potatoes or carrots to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, increase garlic to 6 cloves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes (average between low and high settings)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
