Slow Cooker Cheddar Chicken and Rice
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooker Cheddar Chicken and Rice recipe—a hearty, one-pot meal that's as easy as it is delicious. Tender, shredded chicken is slow-cooked to perfection in a creamy broth infused with garlic and onion powder, then combined with buttery, flavorful rice and a generous helping of melted cheddar cheese. Optional mixed vegetables add a pop of color and nutrition, making this dish a complete and satisfying dinner for the whole family. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of a slow cooker, this recipe effortlessly delivers big flavors and hearty comfort, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Serve it warm, topped with fresh parsley for an extra touch of freshness. Let your kitchen fill with the irresistible aroma of this crowd-pleasing classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until smooth. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
Add the butter to the slow cooker in small pieces and place it on top of the chicken.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours.
After 4 hours, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add the rice and frozen mixed vegetables (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for an additional 1.5–2 hours, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.7 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 664 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 5470 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 244.9 g | 490% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3424 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
