Slow-Cooker Chicken & Rice with Garden Carrots

Est. Cost: $5.97 | $1.49 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

Tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice simmer all day with sweet carrots for a hands-off family dinner that stretches sale-priced chicken into a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1: Place chicken thighs in the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2: Add carrots, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

Step 4: Prepare rice separately according to package directions and stir into the slow cooker, or serve chicken and carrots over the cooked rice.

Step 5: Shred chicken if desired and serve.

Chef's Tip: For extra flavor, sear the chicken thighs in a hot pan for 2 minutes per side before adding to the slow cooker.

Save by using Buy the value pack of chicken thighs and freeze half for another meal—this recipe only needs 2 pounds. and Serve with A simple green salad or steamed broccoli..