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SLOW COOKER NO PEEK CHICKEN & RICE

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Just layer, set, and forget! This creamy, comforting dish delivers tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice without any peeking needed.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Layer:
  • 1 cup minute rice uncooked
  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
Creamy Sauce:
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup frozen carrots
  • 1 can mushrooms drained
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For Serving:
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • Extra black pepper
  • Buttered dinner rolls

Method
 

  1. Spray 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Spread minute rice evenly across bottom.
  3. Place chicken breasts on top of rice.
  4. In bowl, whisk together both soups and chicken broth until smooth.
  5. Pour soup mixture evenly over chicken and rice.
  6. Sprinkle onion soup mix over top.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW 6-7 hours (DO NOT PEEK!).
  8. If using frozen vegetables, add during last 30 minutes.
  9. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Combine soups night before
  • Storage: Keeps 3 days refrigerated
  • Reheating: Add splash of broth when warming
  • Rice: Must use minute rice for proper cooking
  • Chicken: Similar-sized pieces for even cooking
  • Important: Don't lift lid during cooking

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