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Creamy Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Casserole

A close-up of a serving of creamy crock pot chicken and rice topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley.
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Make this easy, comforting crock pot chicken and rice casserole for a simple, set-it-and-forget-it weeknight dinner. The slow cooker creates tender chicken and creamy rice with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets (optional addition)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. If using milk, stir it in now.
  3. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on LOW for 4 hours.
  5. After 4 hours, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir in the uncooked long-grain white rice and the optional broccoli florets. Stir everything well to combine.
  7. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for another 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. Do not lift the lid during this time to prevent moisture loss.
  8. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese during the last 15 minutes of cooking until melted and creamy.
  9. Serve hot as a hearty slow cooker meal.

Notes

  • To prevent mushy rice, use long-grain white rice, not instant rice, and avoid lifting the lid while the rice is cooking in the last stage.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the chicken broth with dry white wine.
  • This recipe is a great example of a simple dump and go meal for busy families.

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