Description
A delightful Slow Cooker Italian Lemon Chicken, marinated in a zesty lemon sauce and slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
- Red pepper flakes (for added heat, optional)
- Vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini (for extra nutrition, optional)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Rinse your chicken breasts and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Make the marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine ingredients in the slow cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Add chicken broth: Carefully pour the chicken broth around the chicken.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 4 to 6 hours, or high for 2 to 3 hours.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using turkey or plant-based proteins. Pair with a side of rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg