Crockpot Lemon Chicken
Tender lemon chicken cooked in a crockpot with bright citrus and aromatic herbs. This easy, hands-off Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers juicy, flavorful chicken every time.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced and sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and lightly brown the chicken on both sides (2-3 minutes per side)
- Place browned chicken in the crockpot
- Add minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon slices to the crockpot
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of non-alcoholic lemon-infused water or broth if the liquid seems too low
Serve with cooked rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious lemon sauce
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days
Serve with cooked rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious lemon sauce
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 380mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g