Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken with Stuffing is the ultimate easy and comforting meal! Tender chicken breasts or thighs slow-cooked with a savory stuffing mix creates a perfectly balanced dish that’s full of flavor and so simple to make. With minimal prep time, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or holiday dinners when you want something hearty and satisfying. It’s like having a comforting Thanksgiving dinner, no fuss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 (6 oz) box of stuffing mix (such as Stove Top)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for browning the chicken)
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
- If you’d like extra flavor, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken breasts or thighs for about 2-3 minutes per side. This step is optional but adds more depth of flavor.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Make the Stuffing Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, combine the stuffing mix, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and sour cream (if using). Stir to combine.
- Add the dried thyme, and season with a little salt and pepper.
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Assemble in the Slow Cooker:
- Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the stuffing mixture over the chicken, spreading it out evenly.
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Cook the Dish:
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
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Serve:
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the stuffing. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a crispier top, you can uncover the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Feel free to add extra ingredients like sautéed mushrooms, chopped onions, or cooked vegetables for more texture and flavor.
- You can use chicken thighs for a juicier and more flavorful dish, but chicken breasts work well too.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger group, just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low (or 2-3 hours on high)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg