Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Chicken with White Beans
Tender slow-cooked chicken breast infused with fragrant garlic and herbs, simmered alongside tender carrots, zucchini, and creamy white cannellini beans. A comforting, one-pot family dinner perfectly portioned for steady energy and easy leftovers.
Prep
15 min
Cook
360 min
Total
375 min
Makes
6 servings
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Made by Maureen + Lila
Maureen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
360 min
Total
375 min
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Instructions
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Next: Place the chicken breast into the base…
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Place the chicken breast into the base…
Place the chicken breast into the base of a 6-quart slow cooker in an even layer.
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Add the carrot
Add the carrot, celery, zucchini, yellow onion, garlic clove, and drained cannellini bean around and over the chicken.
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Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients
Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
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Sprinkle the dried thyme
Sprinkle the dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly across the top.
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Drizzle the olive oil over the surface
Drizzle the olive oil over the surface.
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Cover with the lid and cook on…
Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender.
Look for: the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender
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Remove the chicken breast with tongs onto…
Remove the chicken breast with tongs onto a clean plate or cutting board.
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Shred the meat into bite-sized pieces using…
Shred the meat into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
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Return the shredded chicken to the slow…
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine with the vegetables, beans, and cooking broth.
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Stir in the lemon juice and fresh…
Stir in the lemon juice and fresh baby spinach until the spinach is just wilted, about 2 minutes.
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Ladle equal portions into bowls and enjoy…
Ladle equal portions into bowls and enjoy immediately, or let cool completely before transferring to airtight containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
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