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Slow Cooker Chicken & Rice

A creamy, one-pot crockpot dinner made with chicken, rice, and savory seasonings that develops rich flavors as it slowly cooks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice Rinsing rice will help remove excess starch.
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cubed evenly Ensure even cubes for uniform cooking.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup For vegan, use vegan cream-style soup.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian/vegan versions.
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) No need to thaw before adding.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • to taste Salt and black pepper Adjust to your preference.
  • to garnish chopped green onions Optional garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly grease the crockpot insert to prevent sticking.
  2. Spread uncooked rice evenly across the bottom.
  3. Layer cubed chicken evenly over the rice without mixing.
  4. In a bowl, whisk cream of chicken soup, broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly over the rice and chicken.
  6. Add frozen vegetables on top without stirring.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until rice is tender and chicken reaches safe internal temperature.
  2. Stir gently at the end and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow rice to absorb remaining moisture.

Notes

You can swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas for vegetarian options. Serve with steamed broccoli or roasted vegetables.