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Crockpot Chicken & Rice

This Crockpot Chicken & Rice is a comforting and easy slow cooker meal made with tender seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, carrots, peas, and a creamy savory sauce. It is perfect for busy weeknights and can easily be turned into crockpot chicken broccoli rice or a cheesy chicken and rice crockpot for extra flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and minced garlic to the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken over the vegetables.
  4. Whisk together the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until smooth, then pour over the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Add the rinsed rice during the final portion of cooking, following the package cooking time and liquid requirements. Keep the crockpot covered while the rice cooks.
  7. Stir in the frozen peas during the final few minutes of cooking.
  8. Remove the chicken and shred or slice it. Return it to the crockpot and gently mix with the rice and vegetables.
  9. For a cheesy chicken and rice crockpot, sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the finished dish. Cover for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Long-grain white rice works well for this recipe.
Rinse the rice before adding it to help remove excess starch.
Avoid cooking the rice for longer than necessary because it can become overly soft.
Boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts.
For crockpot chicken broccoli rice, add cooked or steamed broccoli near the end of cooking.
Always check that chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Cooking times may vary depending on the slow cooker and chicken thickness.