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Chicken And Brown Rice Crock Pot Recipe

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Description

This is a delicious and healthy crock pot recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. It combines tender chicken with nutty brown rice, savory vegetables, and flavorful spices. The dish is cooked in a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to become incredibly tender. Best of all, it requires minimal prep time, making it an easy and stress-free meal option.

Prep Time

Prep time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time for this recipe is approximately 6 hours.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Cooking spray
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Garlic press

Method

  1. Begin by spraying your slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add the brown rice to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place the chicken on top of the rice.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, thyme, basil, salt and pepper to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir everything together until well combined.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir everything together.
  9. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized to suit your tastes. Try adding different vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots, or experimenting with different spices for added flavor.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 283
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 524mg

Recipe Tips

To save time in the morning, you can prepare the ingredients for this recipe the night before and store them in the slow cooker insert in the refrigerator. In the morning, simply place the insert in the slow cooker and turn it on. This will save you time and make the morning rush a little less stressful. Be sure to use low sodium chicken broth to keep the sodium content of this recipe in check. You can also use homemade chicken broth for added flavor and nutrition.

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