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Chicken Broccoli And Rice Crockpot Recipe

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Crockpot Chicken and Rice with Broccoli Carolina® Rice
Crockpot Chicken and Rice with Broccoli Carolina® Rice from carolinarice.com

Description

This chicken broccoli and rice crockpot recipe is a perfect meal for busy weeknights. It’s a healthy and delicious meal that can be made with minimal effort, thanks to the crockpot. The dish includes tender chicken, steamed broccoli, and fluffy rice, all cooked together in a creamy sauce. This meal is perfect for satisfying hunger and cravings while staying healthy.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is minimal, and you can have it ready in just a few minutes. You will need approximately 15 minutes to prepare the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this recipe is around 4 hours on low heat in a crockpot.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Slow cooker/crockpot
  • Cooking spray
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Bowl

Method

  1. Begin by spraying the slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Place the uncooked rice in the slow cooker.
  3. Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the chicken broth, condensed cream of chicken soup, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for approximately 3 hours.
  6. After 3 hours, add the chopped broccoli florets to the slow cooker and stir gently.
  7. Cover and cook for an additional hour or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  8. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with a fork. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  9. Add the cheddar cheese and sour cream to the slow cooker and stir until the cheese is melted and the sour cream is well incorporated.
  10. Season with additional black pepper, if desired.
  11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized by adding your favorite vegetables or by using brown rice instead of white rice. You can also use different types of cheese or adjust the amount of sour cream to suit your taste.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately 420 calories, 23 grams of fat, 27 grams of carbohydrates, and 27 grams of protein.

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use pre-cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken instead of cooking the chicken breasts from scratch. You can also add some chopped onions and garlic to the slow cooker for additional flavor. Make sure to stir the ingredients gently to avoid breaking up the rice. Finally, you can serve this dish with a side salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal.

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