A healthy chicken and rice crockpot recipe using chicken thighs, long-grain brown rice, chicken broth, veggies, seasoned with dry ranch dressing that cooks all day. A one-pan meal requiring minimal work and results in a creamy and delicious dinner that's kid-approved!
Mix the ingredients. In the base of your slow cooker, combine chicken broth, brown rice, frozen vegetables, onion, celery, garlic, dry ranch dressing, along with salt and pepper.
Add the chicken, cover, and cook. Add the chicken then cover. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
⭐️Shred the chicken and add the other ingredients. Remove the chicken. Using two forks or your mixer, shred the chicken. Add the sour cream and cheese to the rice mixture then add the shredded chicken and stir. Serve topped with additional cheese or sour cream if desired.
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