This Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for busy days. The chicken is marinated in a tangy lemon garlic sauce and then slow-cooked to moist and tender perfection. Serve it with your favorite side dishes for a complete and satisfying meal. The best part is that it requires only a few ingredients and minimal effort to prepare!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the lemon garlic mixture over them. Make sure to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or high heat for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley before serving.
- Serve the slow cooker lemon garlic chicken with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Interesting Facts
Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together and creates succulent and juicy chicken.
Marinating the chicken before slow cooking helps to infuse it with a delicious lemon garlic flavor.
Using boneless, skinless chicken breasts makes this dish healthier and easier to prepare.