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Emily Carter

Crock Pot No Peek Chicken

Crock Pot No Peek Chicken is a creamy, comforting slow cooker dinner made with tender chicken breasts, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and onion soup mix. Everything cooks together for an easy one-pot family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 333
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups instant rice
  • 1 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1-ounce packet onion soup mix
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Instant-read food thermometer

Method
 

Step 1. Mix the Rice Mixture
  1. In a large bowl, combine the instant rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Step 2. Prepare the Slow Cooker
  1. Lightly coat the inside of the Crock Pot with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 3. Layer the Ingredients
  1. Spread half of the rice mixture into the slow cooker. Place the chicken breasts on top, then cover them with the remaining rice mixture.
Step 4. Add the Onion Soup Mix
  1. Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the top.
Step 5. Cook Without Peeking
  1. Cover and cook on HIGH for approximately 3½ hours. Keep the lid closed throughout the cooking process.
Step 6. Check for Doneness
  1. Check the thickest portion of the chicken with an instant-read thermometer. It should reach 165°F (74°C).
Step 7. Garnish and Serve
  1. Top with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use instant rice, not standard rice, for this specific recipe formula.
  • Keep the lid closed during cooking.
  • Chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Boneless chicken thighs can be substituted, but cooking time may differ.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and use within 3–4 days.