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Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice

A creamy and comforting dish, perfect for family dinners, made effortlessly in a crockpot with chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice Feel free to experiment with brown rice or quinoa.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Can be swapped for peas or green beans.
  • 3 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Or a similar substitute.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Alternate varieties like Monterey Jack or Colby can be used.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start with fully cooked chicken. Shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In your crockpot, add the rice at the bottom, followed by the broccoli florets and shredded chicken.
  3. In a bowl, combine the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken, rice, and broccoli mixture in the crockpot and ensure it's evenly distributed.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  2. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Replace the lid and allow it to melt.
Serving
  1. Once everything is cooked and the cheese is melted, give it a good stir and serve warm.

Notes

To store leftover Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or covered saucepan over low heat, adding chicken broth as needed to revive creaminess.