The Best Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken & Veggie Dinner Recipe
A bright and refreshing one-pot meal featuring tender chicken and root vegetables slow-cooked in a zesty lemon-herb broth. Healthy and effortless!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 mins
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1.5-2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
3 large carrots, sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or oregano)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Place potatoes and carrots in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, honey, and herbs.
3. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then coat with the lemon-herb mixture.
4. Place chicken on top of the vegetables.
5. Pour chicken broth into the side of the pot.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
7. Serve hot, spooning the pan juices over the chicken and veggies.
Notes
For crispy skin, broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes after slow cooking. Ensure vegetables are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.