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Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe
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Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice

This comforting, wholesome meal is the perfect solution for busy households. By combining tender chicken breast, fluffy long-grain rice, and fresh broccoli in a slow cooker, you create a creamy, cheesy dinner with minimal cleanup. The rice absorbs all the savory chicken broth and melted cheddar, resulting in a velvety texture that satisfies both children and adults. It is a reliable, hands-off dish that ensures perfectly juicy chicken and vibrant vegetables every single time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Method
 

  1. Place the cubed chicken, uncooked rice, onion powder, and garlic powder into the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients, ensuring the rice is fully submerged.
  3. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook on high heat for 3 hours or low heat for 5 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, stir in the fresh broccoli florets.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve warm, letting the mixture sit for 5 minutes if a thicker consistency is desired.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt consistency as pre-shredded bags contain anti-caking agents. Ensure the rice is completely submerged in the broth to avoid hard grains. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.