Okay, no chickens were harmed, unless you count the emotional ones in your past. This Crockpot “Chicken” and rice recipe? Comfort food. The kind you eat in leggings with no shame and a smug sense of plant-based superiority. It’s warm, cozy, and makes your kitchen smell like you tried (you didn’t). Then boom—coffee panna cotta struts in, acting like dessert royalty. She’s silky, cool, and oh-so-sophisticated, unlike Brad from accounting. Everything simmers in the background while you pretend to clean. Let your slow cooker—and your sass—do the heavy lifting today.
Crockpot Chicken and Rice with Coffee Panna Cotta
A cozy, plant-powered slow cooker dish starring faux chicken and fluffy rice with a bold, chilled coffee panna cotta finale.
Ingredients
Crockpot “Chicken” and Rice:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1½ cups vegan chicken-style pieces soy-based or seitan
- 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed
- 2½ cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup green peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Coffee Panna Cotta:
- 1½ cups oat milk
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp agar-agar powder
- Optional: dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
Crockpot “Chicken” and Rice:
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Add vegan chicken, rice, carrots, peas, broth, thyme, and paprika to slow cooker.
- Season with salt and pepper. Stir gently.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2.
- Fluff the rice before serving. Serve warm and bask in your own brilliance.
Coffee Panna Cotta:
- In a saucepan, whisk oat milk, coffee, maple syrup, vanilla, and agar-agar.
- Bring to a light boil and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Pour into ramekins. Chill in the fridge for 2+ hours.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings. Eat while hiding from responsibilities.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 385
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 21%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Calcium: 16%
- Magnesium: 14%
- Folate: 20%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Use smoked paprika for a deeper vibe.
- Stir in lemon zest just before serving if you feel extra.
- Swap peas for edamame if your inner fancy lady demands it.
- For panna cotta, use coconut milk for a richer texture.
- Refrigerate leftovers—they age better than Chad ever will.
