Slow-Cooker Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken

Slow-Cooker Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken

4 servings
This slow cooker creamy lemon herb chicken spends all day bubbling along and results in everything you want in a meal: delicious, comforting, and easy.

Ingredients

  • skinless

    boneless chicken breasts, about 4

    1 ½ lb.
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • unsalted butter
    4 tbsp.
  • low-sodium chicken stock
    1 ½ c.
  • shallot

    finely chopped

    1
  • garlic

    finely chopped

    4 cloves
  • thyme sprigs
    3
  • rosemary sprig
    1
  • water
    2 tbsp.
  • cornstarch
    2 tsp.
  • heavy cream
    ½ c.
  • finely grated lemon zest
    2 tsp.
  • fresh lemon juice
    2 tbsp.

Directions

  1. 1

    Season chicken with 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Arrange chicken in pan in an even layer and cook, turning once, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to 5-quart slow cooker. Pour stock into pan and scrape up any stuck-on bits, then pour over chicken.

  2. 2

    Add shallot, garlic, thyme, and rosemary to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, until chicken is very tender. Discard herb stems.

  3. 3

    During the last 20 minutes of cooking, in a small bowl, whisk water and cornstarch and pour into slow cooker. Add cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gently stir to combine and continue to cook on high or low about 20 minutes, until sauce is slightly thickened and warmed through.

  4. 4

    Divide chicken and sauce among plates. Top with fresh thyme.

Slow-Cooker Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken

Slow-Cooker Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken

390 min4 servings450 cal

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About this Recipe

Imagine coming home to a savory, comforting dinner that practically made itself. This Slow-Cooker Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken delivers just that—an effortless weeknight meal with incredible flavor that fills your kitchen with welcoming aromas.

The beauty of this easy chicken recipe lies in its set-it-and-forget-it approach, allowing boneless, skinless chicken breasts to slow cook until incredibly tender. The richness of heavy cream combined with bright lemon and fragrant fresh herbs, like thyme and rosemary, creates a luxurious sauce that coats every bite, transforming simple ingredients into something truly special.

Prepare for a truly comforting experience: succulent chicken breasts bathed in a velvety, rich sauce. You'll savor the aromatic blend of fresh thyme and rosemary, brightened by the zesty pop of lemon. Each forkful offers a balance of savory depth and a refreshing finish from the citrus, making it a satisfying main dish that feels both elegant and down-to-earth.

Feel free to adjust the brightness by adding an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving, or play with the herb balance by favoring more rosemary or thyme to your taste. For a slightly different texture, you could substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs for breasts, which also cook wonderfully in a slow cooker.

This comforting chicken dish is perfect for a cozy dinner on a busy weeknight. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or a simple green salad to soak up all that delicious, rich sauce.

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