Description
This slow cooker lemon garlic chicken recipe features tender, browned chicken breasts simmered in a zesty lemon and garlic sauce with chicken bouillon for added depth. It’s a simple, hands-off meal great for serving over rice or pasta, ideal for busy days when you want flavorful comfort food without the fuss.
Ingredients
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together oregano, salt, and ground black pepper. This dry rub will impart the essential flavors to the chicken.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well coated for maximum taste.
- Brown the Chicken: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts in the melted butter, browning each side lightly for 3 to 5 minutes. This step develops flavor and seals in juices.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned chicken breasts into the slow cooker, arranging them evenly for consistent cooking.
- Make the Sauce: Using the same skillet, mix water, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and chicken bouillon granules. Bring this mixture to a boil to meld the flavors and dissolve the bouillon.
- Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Carefully pour the lemon garlic sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the breasts are well covered.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 3 hours until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Add Fresh Parsley: About 15 to 30 minutes before the cooking is complete, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley into the slow cooker to add freshness and color.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once done, serve the hot lemon garlic chicken with your choice of sides like rice or pasta for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and garlic.
- Can be served over white rice, brown rice, or pasta.
- To save time, brown chicken the night before and refrigerate; cook the next day.
- If your slow cooker runs hot, check chicken for doneness earlier to avoid drying out.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
