How To Cook Rice In A Crock Pot

Learn how to cook rice in a crock pot, it’s our new favorite way to cook white rice! It’s perfect to serve with main dishes like Sweet and Sour Chicken, Porcupine Meatballs, or Coconut Curry!

Another Way to Cook Rice

There are a lot of ways to cook rice, but this one is great for when you don’t have a rice cooker. You just need your crock pot and a few hours to slow-cook the rice! It does take 2-3 hours on the high setting, so it’s not ideal for when you need quick rice. But this crock pot rice turns out so soft and fluffy every time. We eat rice as a side with a lot of our dinners. I’ve listed some of our favorite main dishes to serve the rice with down below—check them out! If you’ve never tried making rice in the slow cooker, now is your chance. Learn how to cook rice in a crock pot with the simple steps below!

Best Rice to Use

This crock pot rice does require a specific kind of rice. Converted rice is actually rice that has been partially boiled. While the rice is still in the husk, it is soaked, steamed, dried, and removed from the husk. Because of this, the grains are firmer and better able to withstand longer cook time without becoming mushy. Converted rice can come in different varieties such as white rice, brown rice, or basmati rice.
We tried a few different options, but Uncle Ben’s Converted White Rice worked the best and is a long-grain white rice. The package may use the term “converted white rice” or “enriched parboiled rice”. They mean the same thing. While Uncle Ben’s Converted White Rice turned out the best, you can use other long-grain rice like jasmine rice, basmati, white or brown. Just rinse the rice with cold water first to remove excess starch and any dust.

How to Cook Rice in a Crock Pot

Crockpot rice does require time, but the prep is extremely quick! PREP. Coat the inside of your crock pot with butter or cooking spray. Add the converted white rice and water to the crock pot. Be sure to measure exactly. COOK. Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on HIGH heat for 2-3 hours. You’ll want to give a quick stir every 20-30 minutes so don’t leave it to sit alone. SEASON. Once the water has been absorbed, and the rice is soft and fluffy, then the rice is done. Salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe Tips + Storing

For perfect slow cooker rice, be sure to use the correct kind of rice and follow these simple tips. Unlike other white rice, the converted rice should not be rinsed before using. Flavored rice. If you know what you want to serve your rice with, you may want to flavor the rice. Do this by using vegetable or chicken broth instead of water or add spices that complement the other flavors you plan to serve such as like garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and more. STORE. Place the cooled leftover crock pot rice recipe in an airtight storage container. Store in the fridge for 4-5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. (Be sure the cooked rice has not been sitting out for longer than 2 hours before storing). To reheat.

Microwave: Add a little bit of water to the rice, and break up any chunks. Cover the dish and heat for 30-60 seconds. Repeat until hot. Stovetop: Place the rice and a splash of water into a saucepan on the stove. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot.