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Keto Slow Cooker Lemon Dijon Chicken Breast

Tender chicken breast slow-cooked with fresh lemon, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs for a flavorful low-carb dinner. This keto-friendly slow cooker recipe creates juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken with a bright and savory sauce, perfect for easy weeknight meals and meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
  3. Pour the Dijon mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest briefly.
  6. Stir the fresh lemon juice into the remaining sauce.
  7. Spoon the lemon Dijon sauce over the chicken.
  8. Finish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

A light keto slow cooker chicken breast recipe flavored with Dijon mustard, garlic, thyme, fresh lemon, and parsley.