Description
This Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe offers tender, flavorful chicken breasts cooked low and slow with a zesty lemon-garlic marinade infused with herbs. Perfect for an easy, hands-off dinner, the chicken emerges juicy and aromatic, complemented by fresh parsley and optional lemon slices for a bright finish.
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 well combined to create a vibrant marinade.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Pour the lemon-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated 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 heat for 3 to 4 hours. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender, absorbing the aromatic lemon and herb flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Once the chicken is done, carefully remove it from the slow cooker. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional lemon slices to add a fresh, citrusy note. Serve hot alongside rice, a light salad, or your preferred side dishes.
Notes
- For even cooking, try to use chicken breasts of similar size.
- You can add vegetables like carrots or potatoes to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken after cooking and reduce the liquid by simmering it on the stovetop.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor; bottled lemon juice can be a substitute in a pinch.
