Description
Hearty crockpot cheesy chicken broccoli rice delivers comfort in one satisfying pot. Creamy, nutritious ingredients blend seamlessly for a simple meal families will crave and enjoy together.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Grains, Liquids, and Cheese:
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Nestle seasoned chicken breasts into the crockpot, ensuring they are evenly coated with salt and pepper.
- Layer rice, minced garlic, diced onion, and broccoli florets around the chicken, creating a colorful mixture.
- Pour chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the ingredients, gently stirring to distribute flavors without disturbing the chicken placement.
- Cover and slow cook on low temperature for 5-6 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and carefully shred using two forks, then return the shredded meat back into the crockpot.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot mixture, stirring until the cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy texture.
- Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the rice to absorb remaining liquid and achieve perfect consistency.
- Serve hot, ensuring each portion has a balanced blend of chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheesy goodness.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for easier shredding and more consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Opt for long-grain white rice to prevent mushiness and maintain a fluffy consistency in the final meal.
- Consider adding a dash of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for extra flavor depth without overwhelming the creamy base.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream of chicken soup with Greek yogurt and use reduced-fat cheese to cut down on calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg