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Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken

Make this easy Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken! Tender chicken breasts cooked in a bright, flavorful lemon-herb sauce.

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 22.5 lbs total)
  • 1/4 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
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: Lemon slices for serving

These simple quantities create a flavorful base for the chicken.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sauce/Marinade:

  • In a small or medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.

2. Arrange Chicken in Slow Cooker:

  • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker insert, spreading them out in a relatively even layer.

3. Add Sauce:

  • Pour the prepared lemon-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.

4. Cook:

  • Cover the slow cooker securely with the lid.
  • Cook on the LOW heat setting for 6-7 hours OR on the HIGH heat setting for 3-4 hours. The chicken is done when it is cooked through, tender, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

5. Garnish and Serve:

  • Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. You can serve them whole or shred/slice them.
  • Spoon some of the flavorful juices from the slow cooker over the chicken.
  • Garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley and optional fresh lemon slices. Serve immediately.