Crock Pot Chicken and Rice
This Crock Pot Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that’s creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. 🍗🍚 Perfect for busy weeknights, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe combines tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a rich, creamy sauce for a satisfying dish the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
- Total Time: ~5 hours
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 🍗 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 🌾 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 🧅 1 small onion, diced
- 🥕 1 cup diced carrots
- 🥦 1 cup frozen peas (or any vegetable mix)
- 🍲 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 🥛 3 cups chicken broth
- 🌿 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 🌿 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 🌶️ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the crock pot:
- Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray for easy cleanup.
- Layer the ingredients:
- Add the rice, diced onion, carrots, and peas to the bottom of the crock pot.
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs on top of the rice mixture.
- Mix the sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and rice.
- Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and the rice is fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken:
- Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred or chop it, and stir it back into the crock pot.
- Add cheese (optional):
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let it melt for 5–10 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Spoon onto plates and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream or sour cream before serving.
- Use brown rice for a heartier, healthier version; adjust cooking time as needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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