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Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Casserole

A close-up of creamy crock pot chicken and rice topped with melted cheddar cheese and parsley.
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Make this simple, creamy crock pot chicken and rice casserole for a hearty, comforting meal. This dump-and-go slow cooker recipe requires minimal prep and delivers tender chicken and fluffy rice perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and 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 rice and milk (if using). Do not stir in the cheese yet.
  7. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for another 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. This step prevents mushy rice.
  8. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  9. Serve hot as a complete, hearty slow cooker meal.

Notes

  • To keep the rice from getting mushy, do not add it during the first cooking phase. Adding it for the last 1 to 1.5 hours allows it to cook properly without overabsorbing liquid.
  • For a variation, add 1 cup of frozen broccoli florets during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • This recipe is a great set it and forget it dinner for busy families.

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