Description
This Crock Pot Chicken and Rice is a creamy, comforting, and easy one-pot meal! Juicy chicken, flavorful rice, and a rich, cheesy sauce come together in the slow cooker for a perfect family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker – Spray the inside of the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer the ingredients – Add uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken – Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
- Slow cook – Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Shred the chicken – Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and stir it back into the rice.
- Finish the dish – Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream (if using). Add frozen peas or mixed vegetables if desired, and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve & garnish – Sprinkle with fresh parsley and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Rice Tip: Use long-grain white rice for best results. Brown rice requires extra liquid and cooking time.
- Cheese Options: Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or Colby Jack.
- Make It Lighter: Use low-fat soup and cheese, and skip the sour cream.