Crockpot Chicken and Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups long grain brown rice
- 1 onion
diced
- 2 carrots
diced
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
1 can
- 2 boneless
skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite sized pieces
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
divided
- Fresh parsley
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Spray the slow cooker insert with nonstick spray. Add the rice, onion, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, broth, cream of chicken soup, and diced chicken. Stir until well combined.
- 2
Cover and cook on high for 3 ½ to 4 hours until both the chicken is cooked through and the rice has absorbed all the liquid.
- 3
Add the frozen peas and half of the shredded cheese. Stir until well mixed.
- 4
Top with the remaining cheese, cover, and cook on high until the cheese is melted, about 10 more minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Crockpot Chicken and Rice Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that practically cooks itself? Stop everything you're doing and make this Crockpot Chicken and Rice for dinner! It couldn't be more delicious or easy to make, delivering incredible flavor with minimal effort.
This Crockpot Chicken and Rice recipe works because it layers flavors and textures for a truly satisfying dish. Imagine tender, bite-sized chicken breasts slow-cooked with savory brown rice, all infused with aromatic onion, carrots, and garlic. The creamy chicken soup and chicken broth create a rich, cohesive base, beautifully topped with melted cheddar cheese.
What you'll discover is a wonderfully tender, flavor-packed brown rice dish perfectly complemented by succulent pieces of chicken. The slow cooking process ensures every grain of rice is infused with rich, savory liquid, while the cheese melts into a comforting, gooey layer on top. The result is a hearty, fulfilling meal that feels like a warm hug, perfect for a cozy evening. You'll appreciate how effortlessly this dish comes together, making a home-cooked dinner a breeze.
While this recipe shines as written, a few tweaks can make it your own. For a different cheesy experience, swap the shredded cheddar for Monterey Jack or even a mild white cheddar. You can also experiment with the fresh parsley garnish, perhaps adding a touch more or trying a sprinkle of fresh chives for a slightly different aromatic lift.
This Crockpot Chicken and Rice is the ultimate weeknight hero or a fantastic option for a relaxed Sunday meal. Serve it simply in a bowl, perhaps alongside a crisp green salad, for a complete and utterly satisfying dinner.