Description

This Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice is a comforting and creamy one-pot meal that the whole family will love. Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp broccoli are cooked in a cheesy sauce until perfectly combined.

Ingredients

Chicken and Rice:

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Additions:

2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Place chicken breasts in the crockpot, add rice, broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours until chicken is cooked and rice is tender. Shred chicken, add broccoli, and cook for an additional 20–30 minutes.
Finish: Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

You can use brown rice, adjusting broth and cook time.
Customize with extra cheese for richness or reduced-fat cheese for a lighter option.
This dish reheats well for delicious leftovers.