Easy Slow Cooker Chicken (Printable Recipe)
Flavorful Italian-style chicken with rice and spinach made easily in a slow cooker.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken
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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 ounce Italian seasoning mix
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2 cups fresh spinach
→ For the Rice
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1 cup basmati or jasmine rice
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2 cups water
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Olive oil for drizzling optional
# Steps to Follow:
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Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour chicken broth over them evenly.
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Sprinkle Italian seasoning mix over the chicken, ensuring even coverage for flavor.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken is tender.
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With 30 minutes remaining, add fresh spinach and gently stir it into the broth and chicken.
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Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine with water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for 15 to 20 minutes until tender. Let sit covered for 5 minutes then fluff with a fork.
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Use two forks to shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices.
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Serve shredded Italian chicken over rice. Optionally drizzle with olive oil and season with extra salt and pepper.
# Extra Tips:
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Frozen chicken breasts can be used but increase cook time to 7 to 8 hours on low or 4 to 5 hours on high.
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Substitute Italian seasoning with equal parts dried oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
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Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently before serving.