Description

This Easy Healthy Crockpot Chicken Rice brings together tender chicken, savory rice, and fresh veggies for a comforting meal that’s simple to prepare. Perfect for any weeknight dinner, it allows you to enjoy homemade flavors without a lot of fuss.

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup long-grain white rice
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 medium onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup carrots diced
1 cup peas tossed in last
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

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Instructions

Place chicken, rice, onion, garlic, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken broth in your crockpot.
Gently stir until all ingredients are well submerged in the broth.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until the rice is tender and chicken can be shredded easily.
Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the rice mixture.
Gently fold in diced carrots and peas, cover, and let the mixture warm for an additional 10 minutes.
Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the crockpot.
Feel free to swap brown rice for white rice, but adjust cooking time as needed.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 425
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 75mg