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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Rice Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Keyword Creamy Chicken and Rice, Easy Dinner, One-Pot, slow cooker, Weeknight Meal
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400kcal
This creamy chicken and rice made in the slow cooker is the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug at the end of a long day. It’s rich, comforting, and incredibly easy to make — just toss everything in and let the slow cooker do the work.

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts Thighs are juicier.
  • 1 cup uncooked rice Do not use instant rice.
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables Substitute with other veggies if desired.

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 splash milk or sour cream For added creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard For extra flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika Adds depth of flavor.

Serving Suggestions

  • 1 bowl crisp green salad With ranch dressing.
  • 1 loaf homemade biscuits or baguette For soaking up sauce.

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Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place the chicken thighs or breasts in the slow cooker without chopping.
  • Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup.
  • Sprinkle onion and garlic powder on top.
  • Mix in the frozen mixed vegetables and stir gently.

Cooking

  • Cover and cook on high for about 3 hours or on low for 5-6 hours.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks just before serving.
  • Stir in a splash of milk or sour cream for extra creaminess.

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Note

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days. Freeze in portioned bags if not using quickly. Avoid freezing with broccoli.
Keyword Creamy Chicken and Rice, Easy Dinner, One-Pot, slow cooker, Weeknight Meal