Cozy Winter Creamy Chicken & Rice

Servings: 5–6 | Calories: ~460 per serving | Estimated Cost: ~$7–$9 total

This cozy winter crockpot creamy chicken and rice is classic comfort food made simple. Using whole ingredients and no seed oils, the chicken cooks until tender while the rice absorbs a light, creamy sauce that’s filling without being heavy.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• True crockpot comfort food
• Clean, simple ingredients
• Creamy without processed soups
• Family-friendly
• Great for leftovers

Ingredients

• 2½ lbs chicken breasts or thighs
• 2½ cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 1½ cups long-grain white rice (dry)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• Fresh parsley (optional, for topping)

Instructions

• Add chicken, chicken broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the crockpot.
• Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
• Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
• Stir in the dry rice, making sure it is fully submerged.
• Cook on HIGH for 30–40 minutes, stirring once halfway.
• Stir in whole milk and butter.
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
• Top with parsley if desired.

Clean Ingredient Notes

• Use broth with only chicken, water, and salt.
• Long-grain rice holds texture best.
• Whole milk keeps the sauce light and clean.

Substitutions & Variations

• Add carrots or peas during the last 20 minutes.
• Use jasmine rice for softer texture.
• Swap milk for half-and-half for richer flavor.

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate up to 4 days.
• Reheat with a splash of milk or broth.
• Freezing not recommended due to rice texture.