Easy Crockpot Chicken Rice (Printable Version)

One-pot slow-cooked chicken with brown rice, broccoli, and sharp cheddar for a creamy, wholesome meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 450 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-3 cm pieces

→ Dairy

02 - 120 grams full-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt
03 - 120 grams sharp cheddar cheese, grated

→ Liquids

04 - 480 milliliters low-sodium chicken broth

→ Grains

05 - 190 grams brown rice or risotto rice, rinsed

→ Vegetables

06 - 200 grams broccoli florets, fresh or frozen

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Cut chicken breasts into uniform 2-3 cm pieces to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
02 - In the crockpot, whisk together chicken broth, sour cream or Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Stir in the rinsed rice, then add the chicken pieces. Mix gently to evenly distribute ingredients and prevent clumping.
04 - Place broccoli florets on top of the mixture without stirring to allow gentle steam cooking during simmering.
05 - Cover and cook on low heat for three to four hours or on high for two to three hours, until chicken is cooked through, rice is tender, and liquid is absorbed. Avoid overcooking to maintain rice texture.
06 - Stir half of the grated cheddar into the hot mixture until melted. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the surface, cover, and let rest for fifteen minutes to enhance creaminess.
07 - Scoop portions directly from the crockpot while cheese is melted and warm for optimal comfort.

# Notes:

01 - Rinse rice until water runs clear to prevent a gummy texture and retain creaminess.
02 - Adding broccoli on top preserves its vibrant color and texture by gentle steaming.
03 - Adjust salt after cooking due to sodium variability in chicken broth.
04 - Leftovers store well refrigerated up to four days or frozen in portions with added liquid for reheating.

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