Name: Slow-Cooker Lemon-Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 6 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 large onions, diced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, cut into 1" pieces; 1 tbsp. sugar; Juice and zest of 2 lemons, divided; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 3 c. low-sodium chicken broth; 1 c. frozen peas

Step 1In a large skillet over high heat, sear chicken until golden brown, 2 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper and place in a slow cooker.

Step 2Add onions, garlic, carrots, sugar, zest and juice of 1 lemon, thyme, and chicken broth, then season with salt and pepper. Cover with lid and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 3Add peas and cover with lid until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zest and juice of remaining lemon. Serve immediately.