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Spanish Chicken And Rice Crockpot Recipe

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Spanish Chicken and Rice Spoonful of Flavor
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Description

This Spanish chicken and rice crockpot recipe is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Made with tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a blend of aromatic spices, this recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Prep Time

Preparation for this recipe takes about 20 minutes to chop the ingredients and around 5 minutes to get the crockpot ready.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this recipe is approximately 6 hours on low heat.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for serving
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener

Method

  1. Place the chicken, onion, green pepper, garlic, diced tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in the crockpot. Stir to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  3. Stir in the chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges and extra cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • If you prefer a spicier dish, you can increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add some diced jalapeno peppers.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro or parsley instead.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled to feed a crowd or to have leftovers for the next day.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 294
  • Total fat: 3g
  • Saturated fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
  • Sodium: 711mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 34g
  • Dietary fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 30g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces so that it cooks evenly in the crockpot.
  • For a creamier dish, you can stir in some sour cream or cream cheese before serving.
  • If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water instead.
  • You can also add some frozen peas or corn to the crockpot for some extra veggies.

Enjoy this Spanish chicken and rice crockpot recipe for a delicious and easy meal that everyone will love!


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