Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice
The make-ahead slow cooker cheesy chicken broccoli rice recipe is easy, delicious, and sure to please the whole family. With only 15 minutes of prep time, this crockpot dinner is perfect for a lazy day.
A complete meal by itself, although you overachievers can add some rolls and a salad.
Slow Cooker Chicken Broccoli & Rice
Equipment
- Slow cooker 6 quart or large
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice uncooked (do NOT use white rice!)
- 1 cup white onion chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 15 ounce size
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into ½ inch cubes
- 12 ounces fresh broccoli cut into small pieces
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup white cheddar shredded
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Instructions
- Add liquids and seasonings to a slow cooker. In a 6 quart or large slow cooker, add the brown rice, white onion, salt, pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, and condensed soup. Next, add the dijon mustard and chicken stock and stir to combine.
- Add chicken and cook. Add the cut chicken, mix well, and cook on high for 2 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add broccoli. When the chicken is cooked, add the cut broccoli and cook for another 1-2 hours until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid and the broccoli is tender.
- Add cheese and serve. Finally, stir in the parmesan cheese and white cheddar cheese until thoroughly mixed and melted. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Ingredients
Ingredient Suggestions
- Broccoli Florets: Use lots of fresh broccoli cut into small florets for a flavorful broccoli taste.
- Cheese Options: While white cheddar is great, you can also try colby jack cheese for a different flavor.
Substitutions
- Sour Cream: For a creamier texture, you can stir in some sour cream during the last hour of cooking.
- Cream of Mushroom Soup: If you prefer, you can use a can of cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken soup for a different flavor profile.
- Wild Rice: If you enjoy a nutty flavor, substitute the brown rice with wild rice.
Quick Version
- Instant Pot: For a faster version of this recipe, you can use an Instant Pot. Adjust the cooking time according to the package instructions for uncooked rice.
- Rotisserie Chicken: Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save on prep time and achieve delicious chicken quickly.
FAQs
Nope! You need to use brown rice for it to cook properly
Yes, sharp cheddar or cheddar jack are both good. I’d keep the parmesan in there though.
Defrost it first. If your chicken goes into the slow cooker frozen, it won’t warm up quickly enough and can stay at an unsafe temperature for too long. It’s a bummer, I know.
Yes, you can substitute chicken broth for chicken stock in this recipe. Both will provide a rich flavor to the dish.
Absolutely! Boneless chicken thighs can be used and will result in moist chicken. Just make sure to cut them into ½ inch cubes as well.
Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or if you need more tips on making this recipe just right!
This crockpot chicken broccoli rice casserole is one of my absolute favorites for easy family dinners. The creamy cheese and tender chicken make it a hit with even the pickiest eaters. Try it out and let it become one of your favorite things to cook on busy days!
By Katie Shaw
Katie shares simple, reliable recipes from her home in Virginia, where she lives with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens.
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing!
I tried to leave a 5 star review, but it wouldn’t let me. It was very good and very easy! I subbed wuick cooking brown rice and used rotisserie chicken, cooked 2 hrs low, 2 hrs high. Perfect! Hubs had 2nds!
Can I use frozen broccoli instead?
Looks yummy!
yes that will work fine!