Lemon Thyme Chicken & Carrots

Servings: 5–6 | Calories: ~430 per serving | Estimated Cost: ~$7–$9 total

This clean crockpot lemon thyme chicken and carrots is light, comforting, and made with simple whole ingredients. The slow cooker gently infuses fresh herbs and citrus into tender chicken for a cozy, nourishing dinner with zero seed oils or heavy sauces.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Dump-and-go crockpot meal
• Bright, comforting herb flavor
• Light but filling
• Clean, whole ingredients
• Great for meal prep

Ingredients

• 2½ lbs chicken breasts or thighs
• 1¾ cups chicken broth
• 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1½ tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter (optional, grass-fed)

Instructions

• Add chicken and chicken broth to the crockpot.
• Add carrots, garlic, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper.
• Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
• Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
• Stir in lemon juice and butter, if using.
• Cook on HIGH for 10–15 minutes.
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Clean Ingredient Notes

• Use broth with no added oils or sugars.
• Fresh lemon provides natural brightness without sauces.
• Butter is optional but adds comfort depth.

Substitutions & Variations

• Swap carrots for parsnips or turnips.
• Add fresh parsley before serving.
• Serve over mashed potatoes or rice if desired.

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate up to 4 days.
• Reheat gently with extra broth if needed.
• Freezes well up to 2 months.