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slow cooker chicken and rice for summer meal prep

Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice for Summer Meal Prep – Easy & Delicious

Ready for a quick meal? This slow cooker chicken and rice is perfect for summer meal prep. Try it today and savor the flavors!

  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup (200 g) long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (150 g) mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the rice, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on top of the chicken.
  3. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks and stir back into the rice mixture.
  6. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken and rice, summer meal prep