Best 20 Crock Pot Chicken Recipes

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Welcome to the comprehensive guide to creating the perfect crock pot chicken dish! Whether you are a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will provide you with all the essential information you need to make a delicious and satisfying crock pot chicken meal. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking, we will cover everything you need to know to create a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CROCK POT CHICKEN AND STUFFING



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This dish is so easy and everyone that has tried it has absolutely loved it. Just throw it in the crock pot and it will be done in time for dinner.

Provided by Lubie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 chicken breasts
1 (6 ounce) package Stove Top stuffing mix (amount can vary depending on how dry or wet you like it)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can soup (cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, or cream of celery.)

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of crock pot.
  • Pour dry stuffing mix over chicken.
  • Mix sour cream and soup and pour over chicken and stuffing.
  • Cook on low for 4 hours.
  • Fluff all ingredients and serve.

CROCK POT CHICKEN TACO MEAT



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I adopted this recipe from the Recipezaar account, and I'm so glad that I did. This has become a regular addition to my OAMC and I have created a public cookbook filled with recipe ideas using this recipe. This is a three-ingredient wonder that's easy (5 minutes of your time), delicious and versatile.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 6h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons taco seasoning, I use Bulk Taco Seasoning Mix
1 cup chicken broth
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

Steps:

  • Dissolve taco seasoning into chicken broth.
  • Place chicken breasts in crock pot and pour chicken broth over.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • With two forks, shred the chicken meat into bite-size pieces.
  • To freeze, place shredded meat into freezer bags with the juices.
  • Press out all the air and seal.

EASY CROCK POT MOROCCAN CHICKEN, CHICKPEA AND APRICOT TAGINE



Easy Crock Pot Moroccan Chicken, Chickpea and Apricot Tagine image

This is one of my family's favourite recipes; I am constantly asked all the time to make it. I was taught it by a Moroccan friend who also lives in France - it is an old family recipe passed down for many years. It is great all year around - served with flat breads or pitta breads & assorted salads in spring & summer or served with hot fluffy & fruity couscous, assorted chutneys or pickles in the depths of winter. I make mine in a fantastic "Electric Tagine" made by Tefal; it of course works in a more traditional clay tagine - BUT the real secret is.......it works like a dream in a Slow cooker/Crock Pot. Try it out! If you cannot get Ras-el-Hanout, which is an exotic Moroccan spice mixture, including rose petals - don't worry, use the other spices I have listed instead; or I have a Ras-el-Hanout recipe posted on Recipezaar: Recipe #205185 N.B. I notice in a review that it has been suggested that Chemical Heat is needed!! The great thing about sharing recipes is that they can be adapted to personal taste. BUT, this is not supposed to be a "Hot" recipe, but a "Fragrant & Fruity" recipe!! A Tagine by definition is SLOW cooked over a LOW heat & is very fruity with subtle undertones of heat! However, life would be boring if you couldn't add a bit of "heat", but it's just not traditional. What is traditional, is to allow your guests to add their own heat, so have a bowl of "Harissa" on the table. Preserved lemons are also a wonderful and traditional addition - I have a recipe posted on Recipezaar: Recipe #209590 PLEASE NOTE: This recipe lists canned chickpeas in the ingredients, NOT dried! If you use dried chickpeas, you MUST soak them and cook them first!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

6 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped into large chunks (or assorted chicken pieces, about 3 lbs)
1 tablespoon flour or 2 tablespoons cornflour
2 large onions, chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves, chopped finely
1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 inch fresh gingerroot, finely chopped
6 ounces dried apricots
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (14 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
2 (14 ounce) cans chickpeas
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 pint chicken stock
1 pinch saffron or 1 teaspoon turmeric
4 teaspoons ras el hanout spice mix (or make up spice mix below)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
salt and black pepper
chopped fresh coriander, to serve (Cilantro)
2 carrots, peeled & diced (optional)
1 preserved lemon, chopped into small wedges (optional)
harissa

Steps:

  • PLEASE NOTE: This recipe lists canned chickpeas in the ingredients, NOT dried! If you use dried chickpeas, you MUST soak them and cook them first!
  • Heat up olive oil in a frying pan/skillet & saute chopped onions & garlic for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock & gradually mix in flour or cornflour until well mixed & not lumpy.Add honey & tomato paste & mix well.
  • Add herbs,spices & finely chopped ginger with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Finally add tinned tomatoes & mix well.
  • Pour the above tomato,onion & spice mix into slow cooker or tagine.
  • Add chicken & chickpeas & mix well.
  • Add dried apricots making sure they are covered by juice. (Add the carrots if using.).
  • Give it a gentle but good stir to mix everything together well.
  • Crock Pot or Slow Cooker - Cook on high for about 3 to 4 hours OR automatic with keep warm facility for up to 8 hours. (Please note that the cooking times depend on your crockpot, the cooking times I have suggested work fine with mine which is a Morphy Richards Slow Cooker.).
  • If cooking in a Traditional Tagine, do as above & cook SLOWLY over gas or barbeque for about 2-3 hours.
  • Electric Tagine cooking - same as the slowcooker. If you need to thicken it up towards the end of the cooking time, add cornflour which has been mixed with a little water & add to the tagine - mix well.
  • Serve with freshly chopped Coriander/Cilantro sprinked on top & either with couscous, rice, fresh flat bread, pitta bread or salads. It is also good (if not traditional) served with fluffy pureed or mashed potatoes & pasta.
  • Note: You can use chicken pieces or whole chicken which has been cut up into portions, but you will then need to brown them in a frying pan or skillet beforehand. Preserved lemons make a great addition, add them when you add the apricots and carrots.

SWEET BABY RAY'S CROCK POT BARBECUE CHICKEN



Sweet Baby Ray's Crock Pot Barbecue Chicken image

I found this on a blog called "Stick a Fork In It" and I am posting for safekeeping. It sounds delightfully easy and delicious. Mix it up, throw it in a crock pot and in four to six hours, you have a meal that the whole family will love!

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 4h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 -6 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (thawed to avoid food borne illness)
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray's)
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except chicken.
  • Put chicken in the crock pot and pour sauce mixture over it. (I usually save some sauce to drizzle over the chicken when I serve it).
  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours.

CROCK POT WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This white chicken chili recipe is adapted from a Betty Crocker slow cooker recipes cookbook. I often use frozen chicken breasts, and it can also be prepared conventionally on the stove top. Great comfort food!

Provided by SAMS_Club

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken
2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans navy beans
1 (15 ounce) can hominy or 1 (15 ounce) can white corn
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can of chopped green chilies
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup sour cream
chopped green onion (optional)
monterey jack cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 4 quart slow cooker.
  • Top with beans and corn.
  • In a medium bowl, combine taco seasoning, chiles, condensed soup, and chicken broth. Pour over top of ingredients in the crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Before serving, stir gently to break up chicken, then stir in the sour cream.
  • Serve topped with green onions and jack cheese, if desired.

CROCK POT CHICKEN CACCIATORE



Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore image

The easiest Chicken Cacciatore yet! Throw it in the Crock-Pot and run all day to come home to the savory smells coming from your kitchen. Spice it up to your liking.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Chicken

Time 9h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lbs chicken, cut up in pieces
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
6 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon celery powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Place onions in bottom of crock pot.
  • Add chicken pieces.
  • Stir all the other ingredients together.
  • Pour over chicken.
  • Cook on low heat 7 to 9 hours or high heat for about 3 to 4 hours.
  • Serve over pasta or rice.

CROCK POT CREAM CHEESE CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from a nurse at work. We're always sharing easy and family-pleasing recipes. The sauce tastes like a creamy Alfredo sauce. This is great with noodles.

Provided by Dawn399

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs chicken pieces
1 (2/3 ounce) package Italian salad dressing mix
4 tablespoons melted butter (divided)
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
8 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in crock pot and sprinkle Italian seasoning over chicken. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a sauce pan and saute onion and garlic. Add Cream of Chicken Soup, cream cheese, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
  • Add this mixture to crock pot and cook on low for an additional hour.

EASY CROCK POT CHICKEN STEW



Easy Crock Pot Chicken Stew image

This is a healthy and delicious chicken stew sure to please the whole family. This recipe can be easily adapted to include whatever you have in the produce bin. Don't be afraid to experiment! I like to serve my stew with good crusty sourdough bread, and then take the leftoveres to reheat at work for lunch!

Provided by Sitka Sound

Categories     Stew

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, rough chopped into a 1-inch dice
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 cup thickly sliced mushroom
2 celery ribs, including leaves, thickly sliced
10 baby red potatoes, quartered
1 cup frozen corn
2 garlic cloves, peeled and slightly smashed (left whole)
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 bay leaves
4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker and stir well.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours until chicken is done and vegetables are tender.
  • As you serve the stew, fish out the bay leaves and garlic cloves.

CROCK POT CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP (NOTHIN' FANCY, JUST YUMMY)



Crock Pot Chicken Vegetable Soup (Nothin' Fancy, Just Yummy) image

There is nothing crazy wonderful about this, it's just a good, hearty chicken and vegetable soup. I have been trying to eat more "low-carb" so this recipe isn't super creamy. You can add 1 cup of chopped potatoes and 1/2 cup cream if you don't care about carbs and I'm sure it would be even better. I just love to eat this soup and I hope you will too. It's very simple to make and just plain old good!

Provided by Sarah in New York

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chopped chicken (cooked or raw, I like to use raw)
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon minced garlic
7 cups chicken broth
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup diced carrot
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can sweet corn

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 6 to 8 hours.

THE BEST WHOLE CHICKEN IN A CROCK POT



The Best Whole Chicken in a Crock Pot image

Make and share this The Best Whole Chicken in a Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by my kids mom

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (red)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion
1 large chicken

Steps:

  • Combine the dried spices in a small bowl.
  • Loosely chop the onion and place it in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Remove any giblets from the chicken and then rub the spice mixture all over. You can even put some of the spices inside the cavity and under the skin covering the breasts.
  • Put prepared chicken on top of the onions in the slow cooker, cover it, and turn it on to high. There is no need to add any liquid.
  • Cook for 4 - 5 hours on high (for a 3 or 4 pound chicken) or until the chicken is falling off the bone. Don't forget to make your homemade stock with the leftover bones!

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY - CROCK POT



Coconut Chicken Curry - Crock Pot image

Make and share this Coconut Chicken Curry - Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Curries

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (or to taste)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, more if desired)
1 cup chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
2 -3 tablespoons toasted flaked coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium fry pan.
  • Add chicken breasts and brown on both sides.
  • Place potatoes and onion in crock pot.
  • Place chicken breasts on top.
  • Combine coconut milk, salt, pepper, curry powder, hot sauce and chicken broth in a bowl and stir thoroughly.
  • Add to crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours.
  • One half hour before serving, add peas on top of chicken mixture.
  • Just before serving, stir mixture thoroughly and sprinkle with toasted coconut if using.
  • Serve over rice or Asian noodles, if desired.

CROCK POT BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP



Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip image

Make and share this Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jlynnep

Categories     Spicy

Time 20m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) cans chicken
2 (8 ounce) packets cream cheese
3/4 cup hot sauce (I use Frank's)
1 cup ranch dressing
2 cups mild cheddar cheese
2 loaves baguette

Steps:

  • Drain canned chicken and put in medium sauce pan.
  • Add hot sauce and cook on medium until heated throughout. My personal favorite is Frank's hot sauce.
  • Add cream cheese and stir until blended thoroughly.
  • Add ranch dressing and mix.
  • Add 1-1/2 cups of cheddar cheese and heat for a few minutes until mixed and melted.
  • Pour the dip into the crock pot and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on the top. Keep heated on low.
  • I serve on baguette that has been sliced and toasted. However, it is also tasty on corn chips.

EASY LOWER SODIUM CROCK POT CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



Easy Lower Sodium Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup image

Very easy Chicken Noodle soup recipe . Make in the morning, Hot and ready when your ready for dinner

Provided by Desert Mermaid

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8h10m

Yield 1 POT, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 raw chicken breasts
4 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsnip
pepper
lawrys seasoning salt
garlic powder
8 ounces no yolk dumpling egg noodles

Steps:

  • 1. Chop all veggies and add to crock pot.2. add low sodium chicken broth and meat.3. you can use either raw chicken breasts or left over chicken or turkey.4. add seasonings to taste, i only use a sprinkling of lawrys seasoning salt because i want it to be low sodium.5. cover and cook on low for several hours.6. when you are ready to serve, add egg noodles ,stir and replace lid for about 10 to 15 minutes . dont over cook noodles, stir and serve. easy and tasty. For the seasoning powder , I use Mrs. Dash. I only use just a small sprinkle of the Lawry's because I am trying to lower the sodium. Its very tasty this way, but season to your taste. You can use Left over Chicken Or turkey for this as well. Very Yummy and just as easy as can be.

SIMPLE CROCK POT CHICKEN AND POTATOES



Simple Crock Pot Chicken and Potatoes image

This is an extremely easy recipe for perfect crock pot chicken and potatoes. It smells wonderful and it's great to come home to a ready meal that only took 10 minutes to prepare. The chicken falls apart and the potatoes practically melt in your mouth! The potatoes cook in the juices from the chicken, so there's no need to season. They have great flavor. Add a vegetable as a side and you're good to go!

Provided by AshleyNeicole

Categories     Chicken

Time 5h10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 whole young roasting chickens, rinsed
3 small red potatoes, sliced
rosemary
thyme
basil
oregano
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Season both sides of the chicken to taste.
  • Put sliced potatoes in the bottom of the crock pot. Put the chicken on top and cover.
  • Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours.

CROCK POT CHICKEN CURRY



Crock Pot Chicken Curry image

A wonderful dish served over rice. A salad of peanuts, coconut and banana goes well with this, or on the side as condiments.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 large onions, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 (14 ounce) cans tomatoes with juice, crushed
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Brown chicken in butter; add garlic and onions and saute about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to slow cooker.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and add to cooker.
  • Cook low for 6-8 hours.
  • Serve over rice.

CROCK POT CREAMY MUSHROOM CHICKEN



Crock Pot Creamy Mushroom Chicken image

A lightened-up version of one of my favorite recipes! It's delicious served over brown rice or egg noodles.

Provided by FightingwithFood

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 6h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless and frozen
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope onion soup mix
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Place frozen chicken in slow cooker.
  • Top with soup mix, 2 cans of soup and chicken broth.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is cooked through.
  • Add mushrooms and continue cooking on high for 30 minutes.
  • Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 1177.9, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 34.4

CROCK POT CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES



Crock Pot Chicken and Vegetables image

This is a good one from menus4moms.com. My crock pot is faster cooking than most, so I don't need 8 hours.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Stew

Time 8h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups fresh baby carrots
4 medium white potatoes or 4 medium red potatoes, cut into quarters
1/2 onion, chopped
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 bell pepper, any color chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, not diluted
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place carrots, potatoes, onion, chicken and pepper in crock in order.
  • Mix soup, water, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper and pour over chicken; Top with paprika.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.

FIESTA CHICKEN CROCK POT RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Fiesta Chicken Crock Pot Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by Scrappin Broad

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 chicken breast (frozen or raw)
1 packet Fiesta Ranch dip (by the salad dressing)
1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 can Rotel
1 can corn not drained
1 block cream cheese

Steps:

  • Cook on high in the slow cooker for 4 hours or 6 on low. Shred the chicken with a hand mixer. Trust me, it's so much easier to do it with the hand mixer!

CROCK POT CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE CASSOULET



Crock Pot Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet image

This is a hearty stew of white beans, chicken and sausage. This recipe was developed for a 3 quart crock pot. If you use a larger one, you will need to double the ingredients. Serve with cornbread, green onion fans and a side salad.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Stew

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can white beans, undrained
1/2 cup vegetable juice or 1/2 cup tomato juice
2 medium carrots, scrubbed, sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices
2 celery ribs, cut into fourths
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon basil, crushed
1 teaspoon oregano, crushed
2 -3 frozen boneless skinless chicken thighs
8 ounces smoked turkey or 8 ounces chicken sausage
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the beans, tomato juice, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and spices.
  • Cut the sausages in half lengthwise and slice, stir into beans.
  • Place the frozen chicken thighs on top of the bean mixture.
  • Cover; cook on low-heat for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove bay leaves, stir, adjust seasonings as desired and serve.

CHEESY CHICKEN, BACON & TATER TOT CROCK POT BAKE



Cheesy Chicken, Bacon & Tater Tot Crock Pot Bake image

This is a simple throw-together dish I came up with that is great for a Sunday after-church meal. Note: You can fry your own bacon for this recipe. I like the taste of bacon but cannot handle the lingering smell it leaves in the house when you fry it, so I just buy the jarred bacon for the few times a year I use it.

Provided by Chef Buggsy Mate

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h35m

Yield 1 casserole, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (32 ounce) bag tater tots
0.5 (3 ounce) jar bacon bits (I used Hormel brand)
5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups grated colby cheese
1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack pepper cheese
3/4 cup milk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Grease the bottom of the crock pot.
  • Layer 1/2 the tater tots on the bottom of the pot.
  • Sprinkle with 1/4 of the jar of bacon bits.
  • Combine the two cheeses, and sprinkle 1/3 of it over the bacon and tots.
  • Top cheese with the chicken breasts.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Top chicken with another 1/3 of cheese.
  • Sprinkle with another 1/4 of the jar of bacon bits.
  • Add remainder of the tater tots.
  • Top with final 1/3 of the cheese.
  • Pour milk over the top.
  • Set crock pot to high and cook 3-4 hours.

Tips:

  • To enhance the flavor of your chicken, consider using a flavorful liquid such as broth, wine, or beer. Experiment with various liquids to discover your ideal combination.
  • If you wish to add vegetables to your crock-pot chicken dish, consider options like carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and peppers. These vegetables pair well with chicken and will retain their texture during the slow-cooking process.
  • Herbs and spices can transform your crock-pot chicken dish into a flavorful delight. Experiment with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and basil. Common spices that complement chicken include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  • To achieve a golden-brown crust on your chicken, sear it in a pan before adding it to the crock pot. This step adds an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal to your dish.
  • Consider the cooking time based on the size and type of chicken you are using. Smaller chicken breasts or thighs may require less cooking time than larger whole chickens. Always refer to the recipe or use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, crock-pot chicken recipes offer a convenient and versatile way to prepare delicious and satisfying meals. With a variety of flavors and cooking techniques to explore, you can create mouthwatering chicken dishes that cater to your personal preferences and dietary needs. Remember to experiment with different ingredients, seasonings, and cooking times to discover your perfect crock-pot chicken recipe. Enjoy the convenience and culinary delights of crock-pot cooking!

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