Slow Cooker Angel Chicken and Rice Casserole
A comforting slow cooker casserole featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce with rice that absorbs all the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 1 cup cream cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a base that will soak up all the delicious flavors.
- In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and Italian dressing mix. Pour this luscious mixture over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the white rice over the top of the mixture, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid for optimal cooking.
- Place the cream cheese on top of the rice and chicken, allowing it to melt slowly into the dish as it cooks.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Remember, you can always adjust this later!
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours. The longer, the better! Just let those flavors meld together.
- Before serving, give everything a gentle stir to mix the cream cheese into the sauce, creating that creamy texture we adore.
- Garnish with chopped parsley for a touch of color and fresh flavor before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg