Slow Cooker Lemon and Herb Chicken with Asparagus
Now that Spring is in the air, thoughts are definitely turning towards being healthier and getting ready for summer over here! Though a touch of baking for family and friends will still be taking place I am sure… With that in mind, I created a recipe that would fit in with my healthy eating plan as well as using seasonal ingredients. My slow cooker lemon and herb chicken with asparagus is perfect for spring and summer, and goes to show the slow cooker isn’t just for stews and wintry dishes.
The chicken is cooked gently with lemon juice and herbs, on a bed of onions. I added the asparagus on top just before the end so it steamed nicely and didn’t lose its colour from being overcooked. The result was a lovely fresh dish which I served with more steamed vegetables and brown rice for a healthy midweek dinner.
Think the slow cooker is only for stews? Think again! This dish works really well for WeightWatchers SmartPoints as well as being a great family favourite.
Slow Cooker Lemon and Herb Chicken with Asparagus
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
6 hrs
Total Time
6 hrs 5 mins
Ingredients
- 1 brown onion sliced
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1-2 tsp dried oregano
- 3-4 sprigs of fresh thyme
- juice of half a lemon
- 100 g asparagus
- lemon and parsley, to serve
Instructions
- Place the onion in the bottom of the slow cooker, then place the chicken breasts on top.
- Sprinkle the oregano over the chicken, and squeeze the lemon half over the chicken. Arrange the fresh thyme on and between the chicken breasts.
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