Description
Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with savory garlic and tender chicken, all effortlessly cooked in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, this recipe offers a flavorful meal that pairs well with pasta, rice, or fresh salads. With minimal prep time and an abundance of flavor, you can enjoy a comforting dish that everyone will love. Whether you’re feeding your family or impressing friends, this Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 2 crushed garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons drained capers
Instructions
- Brown the chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes on each side until golden.
- Place the browned chicken in a slow cooker. Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix over it.
- Add butter, crushed garlic, capers, lemon juice, and chicken stock to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (130g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Searing the chicken enhances flavor; don’t skip this step if you can. Feel free to add chopped vegetables like bell peppers for extra nutrition and taste. Adjust cooking time if using larger cuts of chicken.