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Crockpot Garlic Chicken and Rice: The Easiest, Most Flavorful Meal

Crockpot Garlic Chicken and Rice

Crockpot Garlic Chicken and Rice is a delightful meal that combines tender chicken with perfectly cooked rice in a rich, savory garlic herb sauce. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or comforting family gatherings, offering maximum flavor with minimal effort. With just a handful of ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you can create a satisfying one-pot dish that everyone will love. The garlic-infused broth elevates the flavors, while the fluffy rice absorbs every bit of the delicious sauce. Perfect for meal prep or leftovers, this dish promises to become a family favorite.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice (rinsed)
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, parsley, and thyme. Place in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle minced garlic over the chicken and pour in the chicken broth.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Remove chicken, stir in rinsed rice into the broth, cover again, and cook on HIGH for another 30-45 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken using two forks and mix back into the crockpot with the rice before serving.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor, try using fresh herbs or adding vegetables like carrots or peas during cooking. You can replace white rice with brown rice; however, adjust cooking times accordingly as brown rice takes longer to cook.