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Crock Pot Lemon Chicken is so light and refreshing for a great meal with very little work. The creamy lemon sauce is delicious over the chicken and pasta for a tasty meal that is super easy.

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This delicious Crock pot Lemon Chicken is so hearty and delicious and no one will believe how easy this dinner is. This entire meal is so filling and delicious but light enough to enjoy anytime of the year.

My favorite go to lemon chicken recipe. I love this recipe and so easy and yummy to follow.

– Jen

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The fresh lemon and half and half combine with all of the seasonings for a really amazing cream sauce. Thanks to the slow cooker doing all of the work, you can enjoy this meal even during the week. You will love coming home to dinner ready to enjoy. If you love the lemon flavor of this recipe, try Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Instant Pot Lemon Chicken or Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken.

Ingredients

Overhead view of raw chicken breasts in a glass container surrounded by bowls of shredded cheese, milk, minced garlic, butter, chicken broth, cornstarch, dried herbs, and seasoning—perfect ingredients for crock pot lemon chicken on a white marble surface.
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – You can also use boneless chicken thighs
  • Butter – We used unsalted butter
  • Salt and Pepper and Italian Seasoning – SImple spices for amazing flavor
  • Lemon – Check out Best Substitute for Lemon Juice – also, see How to Zest a Lemon
  • Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
  • Half and Half and Cornstarch – Helps to have a thicker and creamy sauce
  • Parmesan Cheese – Optional topping

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How to Make Crock Pot Lemon Chicken

Raw chicken breasts and two butter slices in a white skillet with a wood handle, placed on a white marble surface next to a yellow and white striped kitchen towel—perfect for prepping crock pot lemon chicken.

Step 1 – Brown Chicken – In a large skillet, brown the chicken in butter. Brown the chicken until it is golden brown.

Seasoned chicken breasts in a black slow cooker, topped with butter cubes and sprinkled with herbs and spices—perfect for an easy crock pot lemon chicken recipe. A yellow striped cloth is partially visible beside the cooker on a marble surface.

Step 2 – Add chicken and good seasonings – Add the chicken to the slow cooker. Top with the all of the seasonings. Add the pieces of butter on top of the chicken.

A hand pours broth from a small glass bowl over seasoned crock pot lemon chicken breasts topped with butter cubes inside a black slow cooker, with a yellow-striped cloth nearby on a marble surface.

Step 3 – Add lemon juice – Squeeze the lemon juice over the top of the chicken. This makes it really amazing. We love using fresh lemon for this crockpot chicken recipes. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.

Overhead view of a black slow cooker filled with creamy crock pot lemon chicken, topped with herbs and spices. A yellow and white striped towel is placed beside the slow cooker on a white marble surface.

Step 4 – Mix Corn starch – Get a small bowl and whisk together the cornstarch in the half and half. Add to the crock pot during the last hour. Stir everything together. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve over angel hair pasta with parmesan cheese and more fresh lemons.

A crock pot lemon chicken dish, featuring creamy chicken breasts topped with sliced lemons and chopped parsley, sits on a white surface next to lemon slices, fresh herbs, and a plate of cooked pasta.
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Crock Pot Lemon Chicken

4.96 from 24 votes
Crockpot lemon chicken is so light and refreshing for a great meal. The creamy lemon sauce is delicious over the chicken and pasta for an easy dinner idea.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 532
Author Carrie Barnard

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Instructions

  • In a large skillet brown the chicken in 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Place in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning.
  • Top with the minced garlic and butter (cut into pieces)
  • Squeeze the lime juice over the top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
  • Then in a small bowl whisk together the cornstarch in the half and half.
  • Stir in the crock crock and cook on high for 1 hour.
  • Serve over angelhair pasta with parmesan cheese and more fresh lemons.

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Recipe Notes

Recipe Tips

  • Cook Chicken – For the best flavor, we like to brown the chicken before adding to the crock pot. This allows for the chicken texture to have a crispy texture and then slow cooked for a juicy center.
  • Adding Ingredients – Add the ingredients after adding in the chicken.
  • Cooking Chicken – We recommend cooking this recipe on low for about 5 hours or on high for 3 hours. This allows for the seasoning to really marinate in the chicken. Cook time may vary based on your slow cooker.
  • Thicken Sauce – Adding in the corn starch slurry for the chicken to have a thicker sauce. This is great to serve over the noodles, rice, or potatoes. If you prefer, you can also use flour.
  • Frozen Chicken – If you have frozen chicken, you will need to thaw it before cooking in the pan. But you can also skip the step of cooking it in the skillet. Then put the frozen chicken directly in the slow cooker.
  • Serving – You can serve the lemon chicken as a whole piece. We like to shred the chicken and serve over noodles or rice. We like to pour the extra lemon sauce over the top for dipping our bread into.

Variation Ideas

  • Chicken Broth – For added flavor, you can cook the chicken in chicken broth or chicken stock. Lemon juice and chicken broth makes a delicious combination. We have even added in lemon zest to enhance the flavor.
  • Seasoning – Feel free to change the seasoning in this recipe. You can add in oregano, italian dressing mix, and garlic cloves. We love to garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Chicken – Instead of making this recipe with chicken breast. Feel free to substitute with boneless skinless chicken thighs or bone-in chicken thighs. Chicken tenderloins will also work for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 532kcal, Carbohydrates 8g, Protein 56g, Fat 30g, Saturated Fat 17g, Cholesterol 211mg, Sodium 1068mg, Potassium 954mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 1g, Vitamin A 807IU, Vitamin C 22mg, Calcium 270mg, Iron 1mg

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What to Serve with Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken

  • Pasta – This slow cooker creamy lemon chicken is amazing with any type of pasta. We normally serve it over angel hair pasta but you can use anything you prefer. Try this Lemon Spaghetti for a delicious addition to this lemon chicken.
  • Roasted Vegetables – Add an easy vegetable side dish and dinner is all ready to enjoy. We love these delicious roasted green beans with the lemon  chicken.  They only take a minute to prepare and they are so yummy.
  • Asparagus – This recipe is also good with  oven roasted asparagus.  Just keep it simple.
  • Garlic Bread – Make a side of homemade garlic bread to soak up all the lemon flavored sauce.
  • Rice – Serve this lemon chicken over white rice or cauliflower rice for a low carb options.
  • Zucchini Noodles – This would be delicious over zucchini noodles with a side of roasted potatoes.
A plate of spaghetti topped with creamy crock pot lemon chicken, garnished with fresh parsley and a lemon slice. A crockpot, parsley, and sliced lemons are in the background on a marble surface.

Storage and Reheating Tips

  • Fridge – If you have leftovers of crockpot lemon chicken, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will stay fresh for up to 4 days. We actually think they taste better the next day.
  • Reheating – When you are ready to serve, you can reheating in the microwave in 30 second intervals. Serve over pasta or shred and serve over your salads.
  • Freezing – Yes, you can freeze this recipe. We love to double this recipe and then freeze in a freezer safe container. If stored properly the lemon chicken will last about 3 months. When ready to serve, allow to thaw in the fridge overnight.

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families — without the stress.

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  1. Joyce M says:

    Hi, this looks amazing…I Love lemon.
    Is there a substitute that can be used for half and half? Sour cream, if so how much?
    Thanks
    Joyce

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    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I don’t think that sour cream would work. You can use heavy whipping cream or milk instead of the half and half in this recipe.

      Reply
  2. Annie W Simmons says:

    How long would this cook in the Instant Pot
    Thanks
    Annie

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  3. Lynn says:

    5 stars
    I made this and it was super easy and delicious!!!! Thank you. Will make this again.

    Reply
  4. Briana Brooks says:

    5 stars
    10/10 so yummy!! I make this recipe at least once a month!!

    Reply
  5. Briana Brooks says:

    5 stars
    10/10 so yummy!! I make this recipe at least once a month! ?

    Reply
  6. Cathy says:

    5 stars
    This was delicious and really easy! I made it in the crockpot. I’ve tried other versions but this recipe is the best!

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  7. Jen says:

    5 stars
    My favorite go to lemon chicken recipe. I love this recipe and so easy and yummy to follow.

    Reply
  8. Monique says:

    Sounds delicious!
    I may have missed it; when do you add the garlic? I would assume sautee it first them add to the Crock-Pot? Thank you!

    Reply
    1. Carrie says:

      So sorry it’s not clear. I updated the recipe. I add the minced garlic in the crock pot with the butter. Thank you!

      Reply
  9. moira Fenech says:

    what is half and half? recipe looks amazing and easy

    Reply
  10. Minnie(@thelady8home) says:

    Sounds flavourful and yummy. Leon is surely going to add extra zing to the chickens.

    Reply