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The Ultimate Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Recipe

The Ultimate Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Recipe
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The Ultimate Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Recipe is a comforting and hearty one-pot meal that combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts slow-cooked with creamy soup, savory stuffing mix, fresh green beans, and delightful optional add-ins like dried cranberries and crumbled sausage. This easy-to-make crock pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights, offering rich flavors and satisfying textures all layered in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1½ tablespoons Italian seasoning blend
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Creamy Base

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) low-sodium cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup (8 oz) sour cream

Stuffing Layer

  • 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix, dry
  • ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth

Vegetables

  • 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
  • ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup celery stalks, diced

Optional Add-ins

  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Generously season the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1½ tablespoons Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Press the seasoning into the meat to enhance flavor absorption.
  2. Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts flat at the bottom of the crock pot to ensure even cooking throughout.
  3. Prepare Creamy Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the low-sodium cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour Over Chicken: Evenly pour the creamy soup mixture over the chicken breasts, coating each piece thoroughly.
  5. Add Stuffing Mix: Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix directly over the creamy chicken layer without stirring to create a layered effect.
  6. Add Chicken Broth: Carefully pour the low-sodium chicken broth around the edges of the crock pot, avoiding pouring directly onto the stuffing to maintain layering.
  7. Insert Vegetables: Tuck the fresh green beans around the chicken and stuffing, filling in any empty spaces.
  8. Add Optional Ingredients: Layer any desired optional ingredients such as dried cranberries, crumbled cooked breakfast sausage, diced onion, diced celery, and dried rosemary on top of the stuffing mix.
  9. Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F and the stuffing is fluffy and golden.
  10. Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after cooking. Before serving, gently stir to combine flavors while preserving some texture contrast.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • You can omit the breakfast sausage to make the dish vegetarian-friendly.
  • For a lower sodium version, use reduced-sodium soup and broth.
  • Dried cranberries add a subtle sweetness that balances the savory flavors.
  • Feel free to substitute green beans with your preferred vegetables such as carrots or peas.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to maintain moisture and texture.

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