Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken and Orzo
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken and Orzo is a delightful one-pot dish that effortlessly combines juicy chicken breasts with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and fluffy orzo pasta. This comforting meal requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends. As it simmers in the slow cooker, the savory aromas fill your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the table for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Mince the garlic and zest the lemons.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; place in the slow cooker.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, oregano, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- About an hour before serving, stir in orzo pasta.
- Once cooked through, serve garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, include chopped spinach or substitute orzo with quinoa or rice. - If you prefer firmer pasta, cook the orzo separately and mix it in just before serving.