SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE

SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE

6 servings
Just layer, set, and forget! This creamy, comforting dish delivers tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice without any peeking needed.

Ingredients

  • minute rice

    uncooked

    1 c
  • boneless

    skinless chicken breasts

    1 ½ lb
  • packet onion soup mix
    1
  • 1 can
  • 1 can
  • chicken broth
    1 c
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • frozen peas
    1 c
  • frozen carrots
    1 c
  • mushrooms

    drained

    1 can
  • green onions

    chopped

    2
  • garlic powder
    ½ tsp
  • paprika
    ½ tsp
  • fresh parsley

    chopped

  • extra black pepper
  • buttered dinner rolls

Directions

  1. 1

    Spray 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Spread minute rice evenly across bottom.

  3. 3

    Place chicken breasts on top of rice.

  4. 4

    In bowl, whisk together both soups and chicken broth until smooth.

  5. 5

    Pour soup mixture evenly over chicken and rice.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle onion soup mix over top.

  7. 7

    Cover and cook on LOW 6-7 hours (DO NOT PEEK!).

  8. 8

    If using frozen vegetables, add during last 30 minutes.

  9. 9

    Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

  10. 10

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE

SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE

435 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of a hearty, home-cooked meal that practically makes itself? Our SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE recipe is your answer, delivering creamy comfort with minimal effort.

This recipe shines by leveraging the slow cooker's magic, ensuring tender chicken breasts and perfectly cooked minute rice without any interference. The 'no peek' promise means you can truly set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. The combination of savory onion soup mix with garlic powder and paprika creates a rich, inviting base that permeates every bite.

What you can expect is a deeply satisfying main course. Imagine succulent chicken falling apart with just a fork, nestled alongside creamy, flavorful rice. Bright pops of frozen peas and carrots add a touch of sweetness and color, complemented by earthy drained mushrooms. The texture is consistently tender, never mushy, promising a comforting experience from the first spoonful. This dish epitomizes simple, wholesome cooking that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.

Want to make it your own? While the recipe calls for boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you could easily substitute with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for an even richer flavor. Feel free to vary the vegetables; perhaps adding corn or green beans in place of some peas or carrots. For a little extra kick, a pinch of red pepper flakes would add a subtle warmth without overpowering the dish.

This SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE is perfect for a busy weeknight family dinner or a cozy weekend meal. Serve it alongside buttered dinner rolls for soaking up all the delicious sauce, and don't forget to garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra black pepper for a delightful finishing touch.

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