In today's busy world, home cooks are turning to slow cooker recipes to make their lives easier and to enjoy delicious meals without spending hours in the kitchen. One classic slow cooker dish is creamy chicken and rice, a comforting and versatile dish that can be customized to suit your tastes and dietary needs. With just a few simple ingredients and a few hours in the crock pot, you can have a creamy, flavorful chicken and rice dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CROCK POT CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE
Get dinner on the table fast with this Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe. The tender chicken and cheesy rice make an amazing meal your family will love.
Provided by Eating on a Dime
Categories Main Course
Time 4h10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the chicken, garlic, salt, pepper, onion, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup and brown rice in the crock pot. Stir to thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on high for 3.5-4 hours until the rice has absorbed all the chicken broth in the crock pot.
- Stir in the shredded cheese. Cover and allow the heat from the meal to melt the cheese (5-7 minutes).
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 1455 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE IN A CROCK POT
Make and share this Creamy Chicken and Rice in a Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a pan, and add rice until it begins to crackle, but not brown. This makes the rice dense, and helps it keep its shape while cooking.
- Whisk together the soups, water, and seasonings.
- Combine all ingredients (except broccoli) in crockpot, and cook on low 4-6 hours.
- During last 30-45 minutes, add broccoli if desired.
CHICKEN AND RICE IN THE SLOW COOKER!
Make and share this Chicken and Rice in the Slow Cooker! recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mrs.Smiles
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h5m
Yield 1 Dinner for 2-4, minus veggie side dish, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix cream of mushroom soup, rice, and milk together in the slow cooker until well blended.
- Sprinkle an even coating of garlic salt over the top of the rice.
- Place 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breast in the slow cooker. Completely immerse chicken in the rice mixture.
- Cook on low 8-9 hours if cooking with frozen chicken. If chicken is thawed, cook on low 6-8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1592.7, Fat 54.3, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 219.8, Sodium 2236.7, Carbohydrate 182.5, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 85.9
SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE
The best slow cooker chicken and cheesy rice recipe I have come across!
Provided by lxydn
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Scatter onion over the top. Spoon soup over that. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
- When chicken is almost finished cooking, combine water, rice mix, and butter in a 2-quart saucepan until well blended. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes.
- Stir cooked rice, corn, and Cheddar cheese into the slow cooker a few minutes before serving. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 71.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1350 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrients to your dish. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and peas.
- Season your chicken well: This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish. You can use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook the chicken on low heat: This will help to keep it moist and tender. Cook the chicken for 6-8 hours on low, or 3-4 hours on high.
- Add the rice and vegetables during the last hour of cooking: This will help to prevent the rice from becoming overcooked.
- Stir in the cream and cheese just before serving: This will help to create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
Conclusion:
Creamy chicken and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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