Topping Ideas

• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack)

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Fresh cilantro

• Diced avocado or guacamole

• Sliced jalapeños

• Crushed tortilla chips or cornbread on the side

Tips for Success:

🔹 Don’t Overcook – Rice can get mushy if left too long. Check at the shorter end of cooking time.
🔹 Use Long-Grain Rice – Short-grain or instant rice may become too soft.
🔹 Add Creaminess – Stir in a splash of cream or a can of cream of chicken soup for extra richness.
🔹 Brown the Chicken First (optional) – For deeper flavor, sear chicken in a pan before adding.

Variations to Try:

🌶 Mexican-Style – Add taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and top with cheese & cilantro.
🍋 Lemon Herb – Use lemon juice, thyme, and a splash of white wine in the broth.
🍛 Cheesy Broccoli – Stir in steamed broccoli and cheddar cheese at the end.

Crockpot chicken and rice is a foolproof meal that delivers comfort with minimal effort. Whether you stick to the basics or jazz it up with extra flavors, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for meal prep, too!

This easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory Asian-inspired sauce. Simply set it and forget it for a delicious, hands-off weeknight meal that's perfect over rice!

Breakdown:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes (chopping garlic, mixing sauce, placing chicken in slow cooker)

• Cooking Time:

  • Low Setting: 4–5 hours

  • High Setting: 2–3 hours

• Optional Thickening Time: 10–15 minutes (if using cornstarch slurry)

Hands-Off Cooking:

Once prepped, the slow cooker does all the work, making this a great set-it-and-forget-it meal!

Would you like any modifications to speed up the process further? 😊

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

Pro Tips for Perfect Chicken and Dumplings

🔹 Use thighs for extra flavor – They stay juicier than breasts.
🔹 Don’t overmix dumpling dough – Lumps are okay! Overmixing = tough dumplings.
🔹 Keep the lid closed! Steam cooks the dumplings properly.
🔹 Thicken the broth – If too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water, stir in, and cook 10 more minutes.
🔹 Add creaminess – Stir in ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream at the end.

Instructions:

1. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker.

2. Combine salt, onion powder, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small dish.

3. Rub olive oil and the seasoning mix over the chicken breasts.

4. Place the chicken in the slow cooker.

5. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.