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Quick way to grow: Crockpot Chicken and Rice in 30 Minutes

This Crockpot Chicken and Rice recipe is a quick and easy way to get a delicious meal on the table in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers a comforting and satisfying dish with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 0.5 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
  • fresh parsley, chopped
Cooking Oil (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly grease your crockpot with cooking spray or olive oil, then add the chicken breasts to the bottom.
  2. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken for seasoning.
  3. Add the chopped onion, long-grain white rice, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup to the crockpot, stirring gently to combine everything.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  2. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir it into the rice mixture.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider browning the chicken slightly in a pan before adding it to the crockpot. You can also add frozen mixed vegetables during the last 10 minutes of cooking for added nutrients and color.