Here’s a full recipe for **Slow Cooker Herb-Crusted Chicken Fillets with Lemon Butter Sauce** 🍋🍗 — flavorful, tender, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
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## 🥘 Ingredients (Serves 4)
**For the Chicken:**
* 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp onion powder
* 1 tsp dried thyme
* 1 tsp dried rosemary
* 1 tsp dried parsley
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
**For the Lemon Butter Sauce:**
* 4 tbsp butter
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* Juice of 1 lemon
* Zest of 1 lemon
* ½ cup chicken broth
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* Optional: 1 tsp honey or Dijon mustard for sweetness
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## 👩🍳 Instructions
### 1️⃣ Prep the Chicken
1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
2. In a small bowl, mix **garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper**.
3. Rub chicken evenly with olive oil, then coat with the herb mixture and breadcrumbs.
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### 2️⃣ Cook in the Slow Cooker
1. Lightly grease the slow cooker with a bit of olive oil or cooking spray.
2. Place the chicken fillets in the slow cooker in a single layer.
3. Cover and cook:
* **Low:** 3–4 hours
* **High:** 1.5–2 hours
4. Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of **165°F (75°C)**.
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### 3️⃣ Make the Lemon Butter Sauce
1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
2. Add garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
3. Stir in lemon juice, zest, chicken broth, and optional honey or mustard.
4. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
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### 4️⃣ Serve
* Place chicken fillets on plates and drizzle generously with lemon butter sauce.
* Optional sides: roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
* Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon slices.
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## 💡 Tips
* **Crispier topping:** If you like a crunchy crust, briefly broil the cooked chicken in the oven for 2–3 minutes before serving.
* **Flavor boost:** Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon, and herbs for 30 minutes before slow cooking.
* **Make it creamy:** Add ¼ cup cream or cream cheese to the lemon butter sauce for a richer texture.
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If you want, I can also make a **one-pot slow cooker version** where the chicken, vegetables, and sauce all cook together for **super easy cleanup and a full meal**.
Do you want me to do that?
