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Greek Slow Cooker Rice

Greek Slow Cooker Rice

The ultimate comfort food, Greek Slow Cooker Rice combines savory flavors with creamy Feta cheese and fresh vegetables. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for any occasion. You won’t believe how simple and delicious it is to make!
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Course Dinner
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Skillet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 1 T Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 2 cups Uncle Ben’s Converted Rice
  • 1 Onion, chopped small
  • 1 T Minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Greek Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano preferably Greek oregano
  • 28 oz. Chicken or vegetable stock two 14 oz. cans plus enough water to make 4 cups
  • 1 Red bell pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 1 Green bell pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup Sliced Kalamata olives see notes
  • 1 cup Crumble Feta cheese see notes
  • 1/4 cup Sliced green onion or more
  • 2 T Fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy frying pan, add Uncle Ben’s Converted Rice and sauté until the rice is nicely browned (watch it carefully). Put the browned rice into the slow cooker.
  • Add the other teaspoon of olive oil and the onions and cook until they start to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Then add the garlic, Greek seasoning, and dried oregano and cook a couple minutes more.
  • Add the stock/water mixture and scrape the pan to remove any browned bits; then add the onion/stock mixture to the slow cooker with the rice. Cook on high for 1 1/2 hours.
  • While the rice cooks, finely chop the bell peppers, slice green onions, and crumble the Feta.
  • After 1 1/2 hours (or when the rice is fairly softened, but not completely done) add the bell peppers and cook 15 minutes more.
  • Then add the Feta and sliced olives to the slow cooker and cook another 15 minutes.
  • Check to be sure the rice is as cooked as you’d like it, then stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste.
  • Top with additional crumbled Feta and green onions as desired and serve hot.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the cooked rice in portions for up to three months. Just thaw and reheat when you're ready to enjoy it again.
  • Tip 3: This dish goes wonderfully with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a light meal.
  • Tip 4: Consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill right before serving for an extra layer of flavor.
  • Tip 5: If you want to cook this dish faster, you can use a stovetop method instead of a slow cooker.
  • Tip 6: For presentation, top with more Feta cheese and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
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