Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
Looking for a comforting meal that requires minimal effort? Try our Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole! This dish combines tender chicken with hearty wild rice and a rich, creamy sauce, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. It’s ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, providing a warm, satisfying experience without hours in the kitchen. Simply set it and forget it, and let the flavors meld together as you go about your day. Once you taste this creamy goodness, you’ll want to make it time and time again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion finely and rinse the wild rice under cold water.
- Layer the chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot, followed by the chopped onion.
- Sprinkle the rinsed wild rice over the chicken and onions.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper; pour over the layered ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken directly in the pot and stir until creamy before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg