Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice
Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth. This easy-to-make dish simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, it promises a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Layer chicken: Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Add vegetables and rice: Top with frozen mixed vegetables and sprinkle rice evenly.
- Pour broth: Gently pour chicken broth over all layers.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Fluff and serve: Once done, remove the lid, fluff with a fork, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap brown rice for white for added fiber. Add beans or other proteins for extra nutrition. Customize with your favorite spices like smoked paprika or curry powder.