Annie’s Chicken and Rice Casserole

This crock-pot casserole resembles Wanda's, Esther's, Sharon's, and Barbara's. But unlike their casseroles, this one includes seasonings. Eat it, Wanda, Esther, Sharon, and Barbara.
#entrees 

Ingredients⌗

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1/4 cup quinoa
  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 onion, diced
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tsp minced parsley
  • 1 tsp minced sage
  • 1 tsp minced rosemary
  • 1 tsp minced thyme
  • 1 tsp minced savory
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp crushed black pepper
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli, cubed
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions⌗

  1. Add all ingredients except broccoli, carrots, and cheese to slow cooker and stir together.
  2. Cook on high 2.5 hours.
  3. Stir in broccoli and carrots; continue cooking another 45 minutes on high.
  4. Turn off heat and serve; sprinkle shredded cheddar on top if using.

Makes 4-6 servings.

(Recipe cred: Annie (who understands seasonings))