Description
Hearty Crock Pot Chicken and Rice brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen to your dinner table. Tender chicken and fluffy rice meld together in a creamy, one-pot wonder you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small)
Grains and Liquid Base:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2.5 cups (600 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) can cream of chicken soup
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking vessel by thoroughly coating the interior with a light nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Create a flavorful base by combining uncooked rice, savory chicken broth, creamy condensed soup, and a harmonious blend of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika, mixing the ingredients until well incorporated.
- Gently nestle whole chicken breasts atop the rice mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed for consistent cooking.
- Secure the lid and allow the slow cooker to work its magic, transforming the ingredients on low heat for 5-6 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F.
- Carefully extract the cooked chicken and use two forks to delicately shred the meat into tender, bite-sized pieces, then reintegrate it into the rice mixture.
- Elevate the dish’s richness by folding in sharp cheddar cheese and creamy sour cream, creating a luxurious texture. Optional: introduce frozen peas or mixed vegetables for added nutrition and color, letting them warm through for an additional 10 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to brighten the presentation and serve the comforting meal piping hot, ready to delight eager diners.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control salt intake and create a healthier version of this comforting dish.
- Brown rice offers more nutritional value and fiber compared to white rice, making the meal more wholesome.
- Customize the protein by substituting chicken with turkey or plant-based alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Ensure even cooking by cutting chicken breasts into similar sizes before placing them in the slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg