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A creamy bowl of chicken and rice on a rustic wooden table with a sprig of herbs, soft natural lighting highlighting the fluffy rice and tender chicken.

Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Secret Trick

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An easy slow cooker recipe for creamy chicken and rice, cooked to perfection with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, flavorful sauce.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add chicken, rice, onion, garlic, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth.
  2. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender and rice is fluffy.
  3. Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk, cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your slow cooker.
  • Can substitute coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg