Slow Cooker Chicken & Stuffing – A Comfort Food Classic

This Slow Cooker Chicken & Stuffing is the kind of meal you remember from family dinners—warm, hearty, and utterly satisfying. It’s got tender chicken smothered in creamy sauce and topped with golden herbed stuffing. The slow cooker does the heavy lifting while you go about your day, and when dinner time comes, you have a cozy classic on the table. Think of it as a twist on crockpot comfort meals like Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, but with the bonus of stuffing baked right in.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs	2 lb (≈ 900 g)
Stuffing mix (boxed, herbed)	1 box (about 6 oz / 170 g)
Chicken broth	2 cups (≈ 480 ml)
Cream of mushroom soup (condensed)	1 can (≈ 10.5 oz / 300 g)
Butter, melted	2 Tbsp
Minced garlic	2 cloves
Dried herbs (sage, thyme, rosemary)	1 tsp each (or to taste)
Salt & black pepper	To taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)	a few Tbsp

Instructions

1. Lightly grease your slow cooker insert.
2. Place chicken in the bottom, seasoning with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
3. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth and the condensed soup until smooth.
4. Pour that mixture over the chicken.
5. Sprinkle the stuffing mix evenly over the top, then drizzle melted butter over the stuffing layer.
6. Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and stuffing is golden and firm.
7. If the stuffing seems soggy near the end, switch to High for the last 20–30 minutes to help it crisp up.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve alongside steamed green beans or glazed carrots
• Pair with a simple salad to lighten the plate
• Top with a spoonful of the creamy sauce from the bottom of the crockpot

For more comforting slow cooker meals, try Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie with Fluffy Biscuits or check out our Creamy Ranch Chicken Crockpot for variety.

Estimated Nutrition (per serving, 6 servings)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	≈ 450 kcal
Protein	≈ 33‑35 g
Carbohydrates	≈ 30‑35 g
Total Fat	≈ 18‑20 g
Sodium	Moderate to high (depends on soup and broth)

Tips & Variations

• Use thighs instead of breasts for moister chicken.
• Substitute cream of mushroom with cream of celery or chicken if preferred.
• For more herb flavor, stir a teaspoon of poultry seasoning into the stuffing mix.
• If stuffing layer seems undercooked, lift the lid and broil the top in the oven for 3–5 minutes (if your cooker insert is oven-safe).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use homemade stuffing instead of boxed mix?

Yes. Use your preferred recipe, but reduce added broths so it doesn’t get overly soggy.

Is this dish freezer‑friendly?

You can freeze the chicken and creamy sauce—but it’s best to add stuffing fresh when thawed, so it stays crisp.

Can I cook this on High only?

You can, but for best results do 3–4 hours on High, and monitor that the stuffing layer doesn’t burn on top while cooking underneath.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth if it’s dried a bit.

Can I convert this for Instant Pot?

Yes—with caution. Pressure cook the chicken and sauce first (about 10 minutes), then layer stuffing on top and use “Keep Warm” or “Sauté” to let it steam and absorb moisture. Monitor closely.

Conclusion

This Slow Cooker Chicken & Stuffing brings comfort to your table with minimal effort. Creamy, savory, herbed stuffing over succulent chicken—perfect for Sunday dinners or weeknights you want to feel special. Set it early, forget it, and come back to a dish that tastes like it was made with love.

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