Description
This Crock Pot Chicken and Rice recipe is creamy, flavorful, and the ultimate comfort food. Tender chicken breasts, seasoned and slow-cooked with rice, veggies, and a creamy sauce make this a family-friendly dinner with minimal prep.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3-4 breasts)
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1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
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2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or use a second can of cream of chicken)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Spray the inside of your Crock Pot with nonstick cooking spray.
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Add the uncooked rice, chopped onion, garlic, peas and carrots, chicken broth, both soups, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
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Nestle the chicken breasts into the mixture, making sure they’re mostly covered.
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Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
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Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, then stir it back into the Crock Pot.
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Add the shredded cheddar cheese (if using) and stir until melted and creamy.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
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For extra flavor, use seasoned or grilled chicken.
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Swap peas and carrots with broccoli or corn if desired.
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Brown rice is not recommended in this recipe as it takes longer to cook.
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If the mixture is too thick after cooking, stir in a bit of warm broth or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg