Creamy Chicken and Rice in a Crock Pot

A family favorite!

• Ready In: 8 hrs 5 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 12  chicken tenders
• 2 (10 3/4ounce) cans  cream of mushroom soup
• 2 (10 3/4ounce) cans water
• 2 (1 1/4ounce) packages  onion soup mix
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  cups long grain brown rice
• 1  tablespoon  whole thyme, crushed
•  salt and pepper
•  broccoli floret (optional)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a pan, and add rice until it begins to crackle, but not brown. This makes the rice dense, and helps it keep its shape while cooking.
2. Whisk together the soups, water, and seasonings.
3. Combine all ingredients (except broccoli) in crockpot, and cook on low 4-6 hours.
4. During last 30-45 minutes, add broccoli if desired.