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Crockpot Chicken and Rice

Creamy Crockpot Chicken and Rice for Effortless Family Dinners

This Crockpot Chicken and Rice is a creamy and comforting dish, perfect for family dinners without the fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Brown Rice
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 ounces Low-fat Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 1 cup Frozen Carrots
  • to taste Dried Herbs (Thyme or Parsley)

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Crockpot Chicken and Rice
  1. Grease the interior of your slow cooker with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken thighs at the bottom, add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Pour chicken broth over the chicken thighs.
  4. Sprinkle brown rice evenly over the chicken without stirring.
  5. Mix cream cheese with a splash of chicken broth until smooth, then pour over the rice.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Check for doneness, ensuring chicken is shreddable and rice is tender.
  8. Gently stir contents to combine before serving.
  9. Serve warm in bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, avoid stirring rice before cooking and use boneless skinless chicken thighs for best results.

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