Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli And Chicken With Three Grains
This slow cooker chicken and grains recipe is a wholesome and comforting meal that cooks up effortlessly. Tender chicken chunks, a mix of flavorful grains, and vibrant broccoli come together in a delicious vegetable broth. The dish is elevated with a creamy cheddar cheese sauce that adds a rich and velvety finish. Enjoy each bite of this hearty and fulfilling dish that's perfect for busy days or lazy evenings.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 lbs of chicken breasts, sliced into large chunks (frozen works best)
- 1 1/2 cups of grains ( I used 1/2 cup of each rice, millet and sorghum)
- 2 1/5 cups vegetable broth*
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 small crowns of broccoli, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup + 1/4 cup cheddar cheese*
Instructions
- Turn the slow cooker on low.
- Put the olive oil, chopped onion, and garlic into the slow cooker
- Add the chicken breast pieces, salt, pepper, and grains.
- Pour in the broth and stir.
- Put lid on the slow cooker and turn it on low. Cook for four hours on low.
- After three hours, check to make sure there is still enough liquid inside. If not, add some more broth.
- A half an hour before it is done, add the chopped broccoli and stir. Add more broth if needed.
- Cook for another half an hour until broccoli is bright green and tender.
- For the cheese sauce: (I promise this extra step only takes 5 minutes and is worth it!!)
- While broccoli is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir for 30 seconds. Then, add in milk and whisk, making sure there are no clumps of flour. Bring to a simmer then add in 1 cup of the cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is warmed.
- Pour sauce into slow cooker, top with remaining 1/4 cup of cheese and let cook for another 10-15 minutes.
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