Are you ready to transform your ordinary dinner into a mouthwatering experience that'll have everyone asking for seconds? This Crock Pot Artichoke Chicken and Rice is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen - a ridiculously easy, incredibly delicious meal that practically cooks itself! Imagine tender, juicy chicken nestled on a bed of perfectly cooked rice, infused with creamy sauce and tangy artichoke hearts, all prepared with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Drain and chop the artichoke hearts, and set them aside. Measure out the rice, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup, and have your garlic powder, salt, and pepper ready for seasoning.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and garlic powder. Stir until well mixed to create a creamy base for the dish.
- Take the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and season them with salt and pepper on both sides. This will enhance the flavor of the chicken as it cooks.
- In the bottom of the crock pot, add the uncooked long-grain rice. Spread it evenly to create a base layer.
- Next, place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice in the crock pot.
- Pour the creamy mixture of chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and garlic powder over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- Evenly distribute the chopped artichoke hearts over the top of the chicken and sauce mixture.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours. This slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- After 4 hours, carefully remove the lid and check that the chicken is cooked through and the rice has absorbed the liquid. The chicken should be tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Before serving, fluff the rice with a fork and mix everything gently to combine the ingredients. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Artichoke Chicken and Rice hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Tips
- For extra flavor, consider browning your chicken breasts lightly in a skillet before placing them in the crock pot. This adds a delicious caramelized layer of taste.
- Use fresh, high-quality chicken breasts for the best texture and flavor. Frozen chicken can work, but may require slight adjustment in cooking time.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Don't lift the crock pot lid too often during cooking, as this releases heat and can increase overall cooking time.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute cream of chicken soup with low-sodium chicken broth and a splash of heavy cream.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, chives, or green onions just before serving to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 95mg
