Servings
6
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
4–6 hours
Total Time
4–6 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 box (6 oz / 170 g) chicken-flavored stuffing mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Season the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, black pepper, and salt.
2. Make the Creamy Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk until smooth.
3. Add the Sauce
Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken.
4. Add the Stuffing
Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix evenly over the top. Do not mix everything together.
5. Slow Cook
Cover and cook:
- LOW: 5–6 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6. Finish & Serve
Carefully shred or slice the cooked chicken. Spoon some of the creamy sauce over the chicken and keep the stuffing layer on top.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Optional Add-Ins
- Sliced mushrooms
- Diced celery
- Chopped onion
- Frozen peas
- Shredded cheddar cheese
Nutrition Information
Approximate per serving, depending on brands and portion size:
- Calories: 430–500
- Protein: 35–40 g
- Carbohydrates: 40–45 g
- Fat: 12–18 g
- Sodium: 900–1,200 mg
Nut & Allergen Information
Nuts: No nuts are intentionally added.
However, check the labels of the stuffing mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth for possible peanut/tree-nut cross-contact.
Other common allergens:
- Milk/Dairy: milk and some cream soups
- Wheat/Gluten: stuffing mix and many cream soups
- Soy: may be present in packaged ingredients
Always check the specific product labels if cooking for someone with a food allergy.
Q&A
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work well and stay tender.
Can I add vegetables?
Yes. Mushrooms, peas, celery, or chopped onions are excellent additions.
Can I use homemade stuffing?
Yes, although you may need to adjust the liquid depending on how dry your stuffing is.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3–4 days.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, but the stuffing may become softer after thawing and reheating.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with steamed green beans, roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or cranberry sauce.