Another delicious meal! I saved this the moment I saw it!
Directions
1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and then brown the chicken on both sides for a few minutes. This step adds a lovely depth of flavor to your dish!
3. Place the browned chicken in the slow cooker and arrange the lemon slices on top.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, dried thyme, and honey if you’re adding it. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
5. Cook on low for about 3.5 hours. You’re aiming for chicken that’s tender and cooked through but not overdone. Overcooking can lead to dryness, and we don’t want that.
6. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the asparagus on top of the chicken so it can steam nicely.
7. Serve hot, and enjoy the harmonious melody of flavors!
Variations & Tips
– For an added texture, try tossing some sliced almonds over the asparagus during the last few minutes of cooking.
– If you have family members with a bigger appetite, you can bulk up this recipe by adding some quartered new potatoes into the slow cooker with the chicken.
– Picky eaters in the house? Sometimes kids are a little timid about asparagus. You can swap it out for their favorite veggie, like green beans or carrots. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
– Leftovers (if there are any!) are marvelous in a wrap or salad the next day. Be ready to be the lunchbox hero!
– If you have family members with a bigger appetite, you can bulk up this recipe by adding some quartered new potatoes into the slow cooker with the chicken.
– Picky eaters in the house? Sometimes kids are a little timid about asparagus. You can swap it out for their favorite veggie, like green beans or carrots. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
– Leftovers (if there are any!) are marvelous in a wrap or salad the next day. Be ready to be the lunchbox hero!
Sharing meals is more than just eating; it’s about creating memories and nourishing not just our bodies but also our hearts. There’s a special kind of joy that comes from a table surrounded by loved ones and dishes passed with care. With this Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken with Asparagus, you bring more than good food to the table; you bring love and the promise of a delightful spring evening. Enjoy, everyone!
