Slow Cooker Creamy Mushroom Chicken

 Ingredients — Serves 4

Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

Mushroom Cream Sauce

• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp butter
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• ½ cup dry Marsala wine
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

 Instructions

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
2. Season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Add sliced mushrooms and chopped onion to the bottom of the slow cooker.
4. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
5. Add minced garlic and small pieces of butter over the chicken and mushrooms.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and Marsala wine.
7. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
8. Remove the chicken and keep it covered.
9. Stir the heavy cream into the mushroom mixture.
10. Whisk the flour with a few tablespoons of cold water or broth to make a smooth slurry.
11. Stir the slurry into the sauce.
12. Cook on HIGH for about 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
13. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and coat it with the creamy mushroom sauce.
14. Garnish with fresh parsley.
15. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta with green beans on the side.

 Nut & Allergen Information

Peanuts/tree nuts: No peanuts or tree nuts are required in this recipe.

Contains or may contain:

• Dairy: butter and heavy cream.
• Wheat/gluten: all-purpose flour.
• Alcohol: Marsala wine. Cooking reduces alcohol but does not necessarily remove all of it.
• Soy: possible in some packaged chicken broth or seasonings.

For allergies, check the labels of packaged ingredients for cross-contact warnings.

 Approximate Nutrition Per Serving

With sauce, excluding mashed potatoes and vegetables:

• Calories: 500–600 kcal
• Protein: 45–50 g
• Carbohydrates: 12–18 g
• Fat: 28–35 g
• Fiber: 1–2 g
• Sodium: 600–900 mg

Nutrition is approximate and varies with chicken size, cream, butter, broth, and wine brands.

 Q&A

Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Boneless, skinless thighs work well and stay moist during slow cooking.

Q: Can I skip the Marsala wine?
Yes. Replace it with additional chicken broth. The flavor will be slightly different.

Q: Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
Yes, but the sauce will be thinner. Heavy cream gives the richest texture.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes. Replace the all-purpose flour with a certified gluten-free thickener such as cornstarch.

Q: What should I serve with it?
Mashed potatoes and green beans, as shown in the photo, are excellent choices.

Q: How do I know the chicken is safely cooked?
The thickest part of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) on a food thermometer.