Delicious and Easy Chicken and Wild Rice Slow Cooker Dinner Recipe

Warm up your family dinner with this comforting and flavorful Chicken and Wild Rice Slow Cooker Dinner. Made with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a blend of vegetables, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or for entertaining guests. The slow cooker does all the work, infusing the dish with rich flavors while keeping the chicken moist and tender. Serve it up with a side of steamed green beans or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup wild rice blend
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Add the wild rice blend, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
3. Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
5. Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Cover the slow cooker again and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low heat to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the chicken and wild rice mixture in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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