Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Recipe
This Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Recipe is an easy, flavorful dinner. With tender chicken, cheesy rice, and fresh broccoli, it's a comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) / 2 hours (high)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ cup sour cream for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and rice to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and rice is tender.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the crockpot.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for another 20-30 minutes until tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese (and sour cream, if using) until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- If using frozen broccoli, no need to thaw it before adding to the crockpot.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes.
- Adjust the cheese quantity to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg