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A sizzling lemon garlic chicken breast cooking in a skillet, surrounded by fresh herbs and spices

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Shred leftover slow cooker chicken and freeze in 2-cup portions. It’s ready for tacos, salads, soups, and sandwiches all week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a skillet. Brown the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes per side, then place it in the slow cooker.
  3. Mix the lemon juice, garlic, and broth and pour over the chicken; dot with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken, rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with lemon slices.