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cracker barrel chicken and rice recipe

Cracker Barrel Chicken and Rice Recipe

Craving comfort food? Discover the ultimate cracker barrel chicken and rice recipe to recreate this classic dish at home. Warm, creamy, and unforgettable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
  • splash of heavy cream optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Slow Cooker
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Forks (for shredding chicken)

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken generously with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a slow cooker, layer uncooked rice, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup; stir gently.
  3. Nestle the seasoned chicken into the mixture without stirring again.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks and mix everything together.
  6. For stovetop, brown the chicken in a pot, then add rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and seasoning.
  7. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your preference—experimenting can yield delightful surprises!
To achieve a soupier consistency, increase the amount of broth used.
If you prefer darker meat, chicken thighs are a great alternative and offer deeper flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of cream before serving for a touch of elegance!
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