Description
Crockpot Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to your table. This easy, one-pot dish features tender chicken simmered with long-grain rice, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce that melds beautifully in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe promises satisfaction with every bite and is sure to become a favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the carrots and measuring out the rice.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Evenly distribute the uncooked rice over the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth followed by the cream of chicken soup.
- Add chopped carrots, peas, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours without lifting the lid.
- Check for doneness; chicken should shred easily when done. Fluff rice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the crockpot. You can substitute brown rice but extend cooking time and liquid for proper texture. Experiment with spices like smoked paprika or Italian herbs for variety.
