Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Rice.
This easy Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli Rice is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with white cheddar and broccoli. A comforting family dinner for busy nights!
Servings: 6
Calories: 605kcal
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- salt and black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup dry broken angel hair or orzo pasta
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1-2 cup milk or cream, i like to use 2 for more sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh parsley
Instructions
- In the crockpot, layer the onion, chicken, butter, garlic powder, curry powder, paprika, cayenne, thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Add the broccoli and celery. Pour over the rice, and broth. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours. Pull the chicken out.
- To the rice, add the the orzo and 1 cup water, the milk/cream, cheddar cheese, and carrots. Cover and cook 20 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the sauce on top. Cover, let warm 5 minutes. Serve the chicken and broccoli over the rice.
Notes
If the rice becomes too thick, stir in a splash of warm broth or milk before serving.
Cooking Note: Slow cookers vary, so check the rice early. If it begins to dry out before becoming tender, add a splash of warm broth. The rice should be creamy, not dry.
Nutrition
Calories: 605kcal
