Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

This Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken is a creamy and flavorful recipe, which includes chicken breasts and Minute rice. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup (1 can)
  • 10.5 oz. cream of mushroom soup (1 can)
  • 1 can water, measured from one of the cans above
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • 2 cups Minute® rice, not standard rice
  • 1 oz. packet Lipton® onion soup mix

How To Make Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

  1. Mix the base ingredients: Add the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, one can of water, garlic powder, pepper, and Minute rice to a large bowl. Stir until well combined.
  2. Prepare the slow cooker: Spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Layer the mixture and chicken: Spread half of the rice mixture in the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the chicken breasts on top, then cover with the remaining rice mixture.
  4. Add the soup mix: Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the top.
  5. Cook without peeking: Cover with the lid and cook on HIGH for 3.5 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to keep the moisture inside.
  6. Serve: Once done, fluff the rice gently, serve warm, and enjoy.
Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken
Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

Recipe Tips

  • Can I use regular rice instead of Minute rice?
    No, standard rice won’t cook properly in this recipe. Stick to Minute rice for the right texture and timing.
  • How do I make it creamier?
    Add an extra half can of cream soup or a splash of milk when mixing the base ingredients.
  • Can I cook it on LOW instead of HIGH?
    Yes, cook on LOW for 6-7 hours, but avoid peeking during the cooking process.
  • How do I keep the chicken from drying out?
    Make sure the chicken is fully covered with the rice mixture and do not overcook.

What To Serve With Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

This creamy chicken and rice pairs well with simple veggie sides:

  • Steamed broccoli or green beans
  • A crisp garden salad
  • Roasted carrots or asparagus
  • Garlic bread or dinner rolls

How To Store Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth.

Freeze: Place cooled portions in freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 309kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 87mg
  • Sodium: 647mg
  • Potassium: 554mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin A: 41IU
  • Vitamin C: 2mg
  • Calcium: 22mg
  • Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I add vegetables to this recipe?
Yes, frozen peas, carrots, or green beans can be stirred into the rice mixture before cooking.

Why can’t I open the lid while cooking?
Opening the lid releases steam and heat, which can affect cooking time and result in undercooked rice.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless thighs work well and add extra flavor due to their higher fat content.

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Crock Pot No-Peek Chicken

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

5

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

3

hours 

30

minutes
Calories

309

kcal

Creamy chicken and rice cooked in a slow cooker with zero peeking required.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup (1 can)

  • 10.5 oz. cream of mushroom soup (1 can)

  • 1 can water (use empty soup can for measurement)

  • ½ tsp. garlic powder

  • ¼ tsp. pepper

  • 2 cups Minute® rice

  • 1 oz. packet Lipton® onion soup mix

Directions

  • Mix soups, water, garlic powder, pepper, and Minute rice in a large bowl.
  • Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray.
  • Spread half the mixture in slow cooker, place chicken on top, and cover with remaining mixture.
  • Sprinkle onion soup mix over the top.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 3.5 hours without opening the lid.
  • Serve warm and enjoy.