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Crockpot Chicken and Rice Casserole (The Easiest, Creamiest Recipe!)

This Crockpot Chicken and Rice Casserole is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner! Tender chicken and fluffy rice cooked in a creamy, cheesy sauce. A true one-pot meal the whole family will love, made right in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2-3 large breasts
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz cans
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided

Equipment

  • 1 6-Quart Slow Cooker
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Pour over the chicken. Stir in the uncooked rice.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, without lifting the lid.
  3. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese until melted. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top, cover, and cook for 10-15 more minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Serve hot.

Notes

Do Not Peek: It is very important not to lift the lid while the casserole is cooking to ensure the rice cooks properly.
Cheese Choice: For the creamiest results, shred your own cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese has additives that can make the sauce grainy.
Add Veggies: Feel free to stir in 1 cup of steamed broccoli or frozen peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking.