Crock Pot Chicken & Stuffing Dinner Recipe
This Crock Pot Chicken & Stuffing Dinner is a comforting, all-in-one meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts cook slowly in a creamy sauce with mixed vegetables, topped with a crunchy, flavorful stuffing mix. Easy to prepare and packed with cozy flavors, it’s a hassle-free dinner that yields a satisfying, hearty dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours on LOW or 2 to 3 hours on HIGH
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing Layer
- 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix
Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts generously with garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to infuse flavor throughout the meat.
- Place Chicken in Slow Cooker: Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Sauce over Chicken: Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, coating them well to keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Layer Frozen Vegetables: Spread the frozen mixed vegetables evenly over the sauce layer, distributing them for balanced flavors and nutrients.
- Top with Stuffing Mix: Carefully spoon the dry stuffing mix over the vegetables, forming an even layer without pressing it down to keep it airy and fluffy.
- Cook the Meal: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken is thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the stuffing is moist and fluffy.
- Rest before Serving: Once cooking is complete, turn off the slow cooker and allow the dish to rest for 10-15 minutes with the lid on. This helps the flavors meld and the stuffing to set slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh vegetables for the frozen mixed vegetables if preferred, but frozen adds convenience.
- Ensure the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Do not press down on the stuffing mix layer to avoid a dense texture; keep it light and fluffy.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the microwave or oven.
- Use low-sodium broth and seasoning to control the salt content if desired.
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