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crockpot chicken and rice

This comforting dish combines tender chicken with fluffy rice, all cooked together in a flavorful broth to create a delightful one-pot meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this crockpot chicken and rice is a hearty and satisfying dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker (crockpot)
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix Add to the slow cooker, distributing evenly.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used to coat the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • as needed garnish fresh parsley Optional, for garnish before serving.

Instructions
 

  • Start by preparing the ingredients. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  • In the slow cooker, add the olive oil. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the pot.
  • Sprinkle the dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the chicken. Add the diced onion and minced garlic on top.
  • Pour the chicken broth evenly over the chicken and seasonings.
  • Rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water to remove excess starch. Add the rinsed rice to the slow cooker, ensuring it's submerged in the broth.
  • Add the frozen peas and carrots mix to the slow cooker, distributing it evenly.
  • Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat for 6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  • Once cooking is complete, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine with the rice.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
  • Serve warm and enjoy your delicious crockpot chicken and rice!

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for future meals.
For extra creaminess, you can stir in a bit of cream or shredded cheese before serving.