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Crockpot Lemon Chicken Recipe
4.4 from 158 votes

Crockpot Lemon Chicken Recipe

This Crockpot Lemon Chicken recipe features browned boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked slowly atop lemon halves and garlic heads, imparting bright citrus and aromatic garlic flavors. The dish is seasoned with oregano, thyme, and chicken broth for a tender, juicy result. Butter adds richness, while the slow cooking yields a saucy, flavorful main that pairs well with fresh parsley garnish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 290 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 heads garlic
  • 2 whole lemon plural
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 4 chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon paste
  • 5 prigs thyme fresh
  • parsley for garnish, fresh

Instructions

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  1. Cut the tops and bottoms off of the garlic heads and lemons. Cut the lemons in half. Place the garlic and lemons in the bottom of the crockpot insert.
  2. Combine the salt, pepper, and oregano in a small bowl. Season both sides of each chicken breast with the seasoned salt mixture.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet to brown, 5 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the browned chicken to the crockpot and place on top of the garlic and lemons.
  5. In a pot, whisk the chicken broth, lemon juice, and bouillon together. Pour over the chicken in the crockpot.
  6. Place thyme sprigs on top of the chicken.
  7. Cover the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours. Remove the thyme springs, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 290kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 102mg (34%) Sodium 565mg (24%) Potassium 648mg (14%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 407IU (8%) Vitamin C 39mg (43%) Calcium 74mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 290

% Daily Value*

Calories 290kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 102mg 34%
Sodium 565mg 24%
Potassium 648mg 14%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 407IU 8%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 74mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.