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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken with Rice and Vegetables

This dish features tender, shredded chicken cooked slowly with spices and broth until juicy and smoky. Served over fluffy rice with colorful vegetables, it offers a comforting, hearty meal with rich aromas and a satisfying texture. The shredded chicken absorbs flavors, making every bite flavorful and moist.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homestyle
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts prefer thighs for juiciness
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp cumin ground
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup white or brown rice rinsed well
  • 1 bell pepper bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • to taste cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges lime wedges
  • optional hot sauce or cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place the raw chicken pieces into the slow cooker, spreading them out evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the cumin, paprika, and garlic powder over the chicken, then pour in the broth to cover the ingredients.
  3. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for about 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily pulls apart with forks.
  4. While the chicken cooks, rinse the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear, then set aside.
  5. Chop the bell pepper and onion into thin slices or small chunks, depending on your preference.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove the lid and shred the meat using two forks, mixing it with the flavorful juices.
  7. In a separate pot, cook the rinsed rice according to package instructions, usually simmering in twice the amount of water until fluffy and tender.
  8. In a skillet or the same pot, sauté the sliced vegetables until they are slightly softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  9. To assemble, spoon the fluffy rice onto plates, top with shredded chicken and sautéed vegetables, and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
  10. Finish with a drizzle of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cheese if desired, and serve hot, enjoying the smoky, tender bites.