Recipe: Crock Pot Oregano Rubbed Lemon Chicken

Crock pots are great for summer cooking, as you can set your dinner to cook and go off and enjoy the beautiful summer weather, without slaving over a hot stove, or heating up the kitchen by running the oven for several hours.

This tasty and simple recipe combines the classic flavors of lemon and chicken. You'll have a tasty dinner the whole family will love all ready when you get back from the pool!

Crock Pot Oregano Rubbed Lemon Chicken
(Serves 6.)

Ingredients:

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1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 lbs. chicken breast halves, boneless skinless
2 Tbsp butter
1/4 cup water
4 fresh lemons, squeezed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp chicken bouillon granules
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

• Mix together the oregano, salt, and pepper in a little bowl and then rub this mixture into the chicken.
• Put butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, and when butter melts and skillet is hot, set chicken in and brown it on both sides, about 3 to 5 minutes each side. Remove the chicken and arrange evenly in the crock pot. 
• In the same skillet, add the water, lemon juice, garlic, and bouillon, and bring this mixture to a boil, stirring to get up the browned bits from skillet, then immediately pour over the chicken in the crock pot.
• Cover and set crock pot to LOW and allow to cook for 6 to 7 hours. 
• 15 minutes before the end of cooking time, sprinkle parsley on top of the chicken, cover the crock pot and continue cooking the remaining 15 minutes.
• Serve with a side of rice or potatoes if desired.