Description
Savor the comforting flavors of Easy Healthy Crockpot Chicken Rice. This delightful dish blends tender chicken, aromatic spices, and nutritious veggies, making it a perfect choice for a quick dinner. Simple prep with delicious results!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Place chicken, rice, onion, garlic, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken broth in your crockpot. Gently stir until everything is evenly submerged beneath the liquid.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours (or high for 2–3 hours) until rice is tender and chicken easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the chicken to a plate, shred with two forks, then stir the juicy pieces back into the rice mixture for even flavor.
- Fold in diced carrots and peas, cover, and let them warm through for about 10 minutes.
- Turn off the crockpot, sprinkle chopped parsley on top, and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve warm for a cozy meal.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite seasoning before cooking.
Make sure to use low-sodium broth for a healthier dish.
This recipe works great for meal prep; simply store leftovers in airtight containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 112mg