Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice

Name: Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup water; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup carrots, sliced; 1 cup celery, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional, added at the end); 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, for serving); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)