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Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice

A comforting and easy slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for browning chicken

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brown the chicken on both sides for about 3-4 minutes each.
  2. Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker. Add the rinsed rice, chicken broth, and frozen mixed vegetables.
  3. Stir to combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir everything together. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference. You can also add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.

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