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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Effortless Slow Cooker Lemon Pepper Chicken

For a flavorful and effortless meal, slow cook chicken thighs and breasts marinated in a zesty lemon and pepper blend until tender.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Cooking Time 7 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts
  • ΒΌ cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 pieces lemons, zested and juiced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, and paprika.
  2. Coat the chicken with the marinade and let it marinate for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Place the chicken in the slow cooker, pouring any remaining marinade over the top. Cover and slow cook on low for 6-7 hours.
  4. Shred the chicken with a fork and serve over rice or alongside roasted vegetables, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish is versatile, delicious fresh or as leftovers. Feel free to experiment with different sides to complement the lemon pepper flavors.