Easy Crockpot Chicken Rice: A Juicy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and effortless recipe for chicken and rice made in a crockpot, providing a comforting meal that the whole family will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add rice, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Add frozen peas and carrots during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Once done, shred the chicken in the crockpot and stir everything together before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs or lemon zest.
- Ensure to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg