Description
This Chicken Crock Pot Meal is the ultimate weeknight comfort food: juicy, slow-cooked chicken in a savory broth, enriched with herbs, garlic, and vegetables. It’s the kind of dish that requires minimal prep but delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for busy days, meal prepping, or serving guests without stress. With simple, wholesome ingredients and a hands-off cooking method, you’ll fall in love with how effortlessly delicious this recipe is—tender chicken, melt-in-your-mouth veggies, and endless possibilities for variation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup heavy cream or 3 oz cream cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place chopped vegetables and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer chicken on top.
- Add broth, herbs, and bay leaf.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- Stir in cream or thickener in the last 30 minutes, if using.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
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Browning the chicken before slow cooking adds an extra layer of flavor.
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Use coconut milk for a dairy-free creamy version.
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Don’t overfill the crock pot—stick to 2/3 full.
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Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: : 1.5 cups
- Calories: 390