Crockpot Lemon Chicken and Rice

A light yet hearty crockpot meal, this Lemon Chicken and Rice combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh lemon-herb flavor. Kid-friendly and simple.

Crockpot lemon chicken rice.

Time Breakdown

  • Prep: 10 min
  • Cook: 4–5 hrs (low)
  • Total: 4 hrs 10 min
  • Servings: 6

Ingredients List

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts/thighs
  • 1 1/2 cups rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Juice + zest of 2 lemons
  • Garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme
  • Olive oil
  • Parmesan, parsley

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Slow cooker
  • Measuring tools

Instructions

  1. Grease slow cooker, add chicken.
  2. Season with spices.
  3. Add rice, broth, lemon juice, zest.
  4. Cook LOW 4–5 hrs.
  5. Shred chicken slightly, stir.
  6. Finish with Parmesan + parsley.

Pro Tips

  • Chicken thighs = more flavor.
  • Avoid opening lid.
  • Add veggies in last 30 min.

Nutrition

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bowl39034g38g11g2g2g