Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked with lemon, garlic, herbs, and rice for a zesty, comforting one-pot meal.
4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
(Optional) Sear chicken in olive oil until golden brown; set aside.
Add onion, garlic, rice, lemon zest, thyme, and rosemary to the slow cooker.
Place chicken on top.
Mix lemon juice with chicken broth and pour around chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
Let rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and extra lemon if desired.