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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Crockpot

Cheesy Chicken and Rice Crockpot

This slow cooker cheesy chicken and rice recipe is a simple and comforting meal that's perfect for busy families. To make it, season boneless, skinless chicken, and layer it with uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, and chicken broth in a crockpot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Once done, fluff the rice and chicken with a fork and serve hot. It's an easy, time-saving dish that can be customized with your favorite spices or veggies. Ideal for weeknights, this recipe delivers a delicious, hassle-free meal with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup Uncooked white or brown rice
  • 1 can Cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts or thighs with garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
    Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts or thighs with garlic powder
  • Place the seasoned chicken in the bottom of the crockpot.
  • Add the uncooked rice over the chicken, spreading it evenly.
  • Pour the cream of chicken soup over the rice, followed by the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Pour the chicken broth over the mixture, ensuring the ingredients are mostly submerged in the liquid.
  • Stir everything together gently to combine, ensuring the rice is well distributed.
    Stir everything together gently to combine
  • Cover the crockpot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • After the cooking time, check the chicken for doneness and ensure the rice is tender.
  • Fluff the rice and chicken with a fork to mix the ingredients and ensure an even consistency.
    Fluff the rice and chicken with a fork to mix the ingredients
  • Serve the cheesy chicken and rice hot, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of paprika for extra flavor.
  • Enjoy your comforting and easy-to-make cheesy chicken and rice dish!

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
Keyword Cheesy Chicken and Rice Crockpot, crockpot chicken and rice, slow cooker chicken and rice
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