Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice
Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice is a heartwarming dish that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal. Tender chicken simmers in a savory broth, mingling perfectly with fluffy rice, aromatic garlic, and herbs. This easy recipe requires minimal prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Just set the slow cooker and let the flavors meld while you unwind. Enjoy it as a main course or save leftovers for a satisfying lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Add the rice evenly on top.
- Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce.
- Sprinkle dried thyme over all ingredients; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken into the rice mixture and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize by adding vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition. For enhanced flavor, consider searing the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker.