Best 2 Chicken And Wild Rice Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes
If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful weeknight dinner, chicken and wild rice slow cooker dinner is a fantastic option. This classic dish is comforting, packed with flavor, and easy to make. The combination of tender chicken, savory wild rice, and creamy sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With minimal prep work and a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. So grab your slow cooker and let's get started!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SLOW COOKER DINNER
I found this on a card supplied at the butcher's counter at Harris Teeter Grocery. The only change I made was to omit the marjoram leaves due to personal preference but I've added it back to the recipe as an option here. If you don't have bone-in chicken breasts you can use bone-in chicken thighs (about 10 thighs or 3 1/2 lbs). Remember to remove the skin of the chicken and any really visible fat deposits.
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Chicken
Time 5h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Add onion, celery and red bell pepper to skillet and cook & stir until tender.
- Remove to a large bowl and blend the veggies/bacon mixture, water and all other ingredients (EXCEPT chicken) together.
- Place chicken into a lightly sprayed slow cooker and pour rice mixture over the chicken - mixing well.
- Cover and cook on low 5-7 hours or until chicken is completely cooked and rice is tender.
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SLOW COOKER DINNER
This is a great easy dinner. We have been making this for years for the sport teams at the high school. They love it so I thought I would share it.
Provided by Kari
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 5h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Stir together cream of chicken soup, water, milk, long grain and wild rice mix (including seasoning packets, if any), and baby carrots in the slow cooker.
- Place chicken breasts on top of the mixture.
- Cover and cook on High until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, about 5 hours; or cook on Low setting for 7 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64.8 g, Cholesterol 76.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1997.1 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
Tips:
- For a creamier soup, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add a cup of frozen peas or corn for a pop of color and sweetness.
- If you don't have wild rice, use brown rice or a mix of wild and brown rice.
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
This chicken and wild rice soup is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is packed with protein, vegetables, and whole grains, making it a healthy and satisfying meal. Plus, it's easy to make ahead of time, so you can have a delicious meal ready when you need it.
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