Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This slow cooker lemon pesto chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish. The chicken is marinated in a tangy lemon and pesto sauce, which infuses it with a delicious herbaceous flavor. Slow cooking the chicken ensures that it becomes tender and juicy, while also allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve this lemon pesto chicken with your favorite side dishes for a satisfying and tasty meal.

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8hr 20minstotal
20minsPrep
8hr Cook
8hr 20m.total
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8hr Cook
Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken
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Ingredients for Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken Recipe

  • 0.80 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1/20 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1/20 cup Pesto
  • 0.40 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/10 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/20 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions: Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, pesto, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • STEP 2.Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the lemon pesto mixture over them.
  • STEP 3.Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • STEP 4.Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  • STEP 5.Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining sauce.
  • STEP 6.Serve the slow cooker lemon pesto chicken with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon pesto mixture for a few hours before cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix in a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Serve the slow cooker lemon pesto chicken with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for added freshness.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
value
321
calories per serving
21 g Fat32 g Protein1 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    21g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Carbs
    1g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    1g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    21g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    66mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    57mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    9mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    29mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    10mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    50mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    305mg
  • Selenium
    31mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp