Description

This slow cooker lemon pepper chicken recipe is a true weeknight hero, offering a delicious and healthy meal with minimal effort. It’s perfect for anyone looking for low-calorie options that don’t skimp on flavor, making it a fantastic addition to your Mediterranean diet crock pot recipes. Imagine coming home to a perfectly cooked, tender chicken dish that’s bursting with bright lemon and savory pepper notes. This recipe delivers exactly that, transforming simple ingredients into a satisfying and wholesome dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground is best)

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

1 lemon, thinly sliced (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. 1. Prepare the chicken: Pat the boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better. Place them in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.

2. 2. Whisk the sauce ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chicken broth. Whisk everything together until well combined. The mixture should look slightly cloudy and fragrant.

3. 3. Pour over the chicken: Carefully pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Ensure all the chicken is coated or submerged in the liquid.

4. 4. Set and cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Cook on the LOW setting for 6-8 hours, or on the HIGH setting for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be very tender and easily shreddable with a fork when done. The internal temperature should reach 165 F (74 C).

5. 5. Shred or serve whole: Once cooked, you can either remove the chicken and shred it with two forks (it will be very tender) or serve the breasts whole.

6. 6. Garnish and serve: If desired, garnish with fresh chopped parsley and thin lemon slices before serving. The vibrant green of the parsley and bright yellow of the lemon add a beautiful touch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 hours on high, or 6-8 hours on low
Category: main dish
Method: slow cooker
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

Keywords: chicken, lemon pepper, slow cooker, crock pot, healthy, mediterranean, easy, weeknight, low calorie, meal prep