Best 12 Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Tots Recipes

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Craving a comforting and flavorful dish that seamlessly blends the crispy crunch of golden tots with the succulent tenderness of chicken, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese? Look no further than the extraordinary culinary creation known as "Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Tots." This delightful recipe masterfully combines the ease of slow cooking with the convenience of frozen tater tots, resulting in a harmonious fusion of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where crispy meets cheesy, and chicken becomes the star of the show. Get ready to elevate your tastebuds and create a culinary masterpiece that will be the talk of the town.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER DUMP AND GO CHEESY CHICKEN



Slow Cooker Dump and Go Cheesy Chicken image

A creamy, Cheddar cheesy soup sauce cooked with chicken and a little seasoning in a slow cooker. This is an easy way to enjoy a great chicken dinner, even when you run out of time!! The trick is do not lift lid while cooking! Make with rice, pasta, or potatoes.

Provided by Chris Mueller

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 (11 ounce) cans condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup
½ cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken breasts inside. In a medium bowl mix together soup and milk, and pour mixture over chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garlic powder.
  • Cook on High for about 6 hours. Note: Do not lift lid while cooking!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 112.8 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1034.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN



Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken image

Almost too easy, the chicken cooks in a creamy, cheesy sauce that is delicious over noodles. This freezes well, too

Provided by Kathleen Traylor

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in the crock pot.
  • Mix the undiluted soups together with the garlic powder and pour over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours , until chicken is tender.
  • Serve with the delicious sauce over rice or noodles.

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE



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The best slow cooker chicken and cheesy rice recipe I have come across!

Provided by lxydn

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 ½ cups water
1 (8 ounce) package yellow rice mix (such as Zatarain's®)
1 tablespoon butter
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Scatter onion over the top. Spoon soup over that. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
  • When chicken is almost finished cooking, combine water, rice mix, and butter in a 2-quart saucepan until well blended. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir cooked rice, corn, and Cheddar cheese into the slow cooker a few minutes before serving. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 71.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1350 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

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.

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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This slow-cooker cheesy manicotti is easy enough for dinner anytime, but it's also delicious enough to be the shining star of your next get-together.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken
1 container (15 oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves
14 uncooked manicotti shells (8 oz)
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
3/4 cup water
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix chicken, ricotta cheese, garlic salt and red pepper flakes; stir in 1/4 cup of the basil. Spoon into quart-sized resealable food-storage plastic bag. Cut 3/4 inch tip off bag. Pipe filling into manicotti shells.
  • Spray 5-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Spread about one-third of the sauce mixture in slow cooker. Place 7 of the filled manicotti shells in pasta sauce. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Spoon another one-third of the sauce mixture over shells. Top with remaining 7 filled manicotti shells; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining one-third of sauce mixture.
  • Cover; cook 2 to 3 hours on High heat setting or until shells are tender. Serve with remaining 1/4 cup basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN & POTATOES



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While you're out and about, these chicken thighs and cheesy potatoes will be simmering away, getting more tender and flavorful in the slow cooker.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Spices

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large green pepper, chopped
1 lb. red potatoes (about 3), cut into thin slices
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (2 lb.), cut in half
1 tsp. paprika
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 Tbsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place peppers in slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray; top with potatoes. Sprinkle chicken with paprika. Place half the chicken pieces over potatoes; top with soup and remaining chicken pieces. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours).
  • Use slotted spoon to transfer chicken and vegetables to platter, reserving liquid in slow cooker; cover chicken and vegetables to keep warm. Add VELVEETA and Worcestershire sauce to reserved liquid in slow cooker; stir. Cover with lid; cook on HIGH 5 min. Stir until VELVEETA is completely melted and sauce is well blended. Spoon over chicken and vegetables; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 22 g

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI



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Prepare to win every potluck award from now on with this amazingly easy and delicious slow-cooker chicken spaghetti.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ creamy mushroom soup
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed, softened
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
8 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained as directed on package
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and garlic. Add chicken; toss to coat. Pour mixture into slow cooker.
  • In same bowl, mix tomatoes, soup and chiles; pour over chicken.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 to 3 hours or on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of chicken reads at least 165°F.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker, and transfer to cutting board; let stand 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile, stir cream cheese and Cheddar cheese into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir.
  • Meanwhile, shred chicken with 2 forks; return to slow cooker, and stir in cooked spaghetti. Top with parsley.
  • To make ahead and freeze: In large bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and garlic. Add chicken; toss to coat. Pour mixture into 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag. In same bowl, mix tomatoes, soup and chiles; pour over chicken in bag. Seal bag, removing as much air as possible. Lay flat, and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw completely, 8 to 24 hours, in refrigerator. Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Pour thawed mixture into slow cooker. Follow steps 3 through 5.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN



Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken image

It's Thanksgiving in one pot! Except it's chicken!

Provided by Leslie Conklin-Rosoff

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
½ pound sliced Swiss cheese
8 chicken breasts
2 cups milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup with roasted garlic
1 stick salted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (6 ounce) package dry bread stuffing mix

Steps:

  • Grease a slow cooker insert with cooking spray. Place a layer of Swiss cheese over the bottom. Add a layer of chicken breasts. Repeat layers.
  • Place milk, mushroom soup, butter, salt, and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until butter is melted, about 2 minutes. Mix well and pour over chicken and cheese. Spread stuffing on top.
  • Cook on High until chicken is no longer pink in the center and cheese is melted, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 121.4 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 985.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN TOTS®



Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Tots® image

Bacon, need I say more? Layer these cheesy chicken Tots® in your slow cooker and you'll satisfy a crowd!

Provided by marquezms

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 3h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, diced
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch onion powder, or to taste
cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 ½ (32 ounce) packages frozen bite-sized potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
2 (2.1 ounce) packages precooked bacon, chopped
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Lightly spray the bottom a slow cooker with cooking spray. Layer 1/2 of the potato nuggets over the bottom. Sprinkle with 1/4 of the bacon and cover with 1/3 of the Cheddar cheese. Top with all of the chopped chicken. Add 1/3 of the cheese, another 1/4 of the bacon, and remaining potato nuggets. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
  • Mix ranch dressing mix into milk and pour over the top. Cook on High until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 hours. Garnish with remaining bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 85.3 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1280.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN TAQUITOS RECIPE



Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Taquitos Recipe image

We love an easy dinner recipe and our Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Taquitos are a family favorite.

Provided by Steph Loaiza

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2-3 )
1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet)
6 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup water
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 6-inch flour tortillas
1 Tablespoon butter (melted)
2 cups salsa

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and cover with taco seasoning. Add cream cheese and water.
  • Cook on high for 4-6 hours on high, 6-8 hours on low.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Shred chicken with two forks in your slow cooker, then add cheddar cheese. Stir to combine.
  • Place a small amount of chicken mixture on each tortilla, then roll each tortilla up, placing them seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  • Brush each taquito with melted butter, then bake for 8-12 minutes until edges start to golden.
  • Serve warm with salsa for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 1753 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH BACON, TATER TOTS®, AND CHEESE



Slow Cooker Chicken Casserole with Bacon, Tater Tots®, and Cheese image

Our family enjoys this any time of year, but mostly during the summer when you don't want an oven heating up your house, but want a hot home-cooked meal.

Provided by Natasha Douglas

Categories     Chicken Casserole

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
1 ½ cups grated Colby cheese
1 ½ slices grated Monterey Jack cheese
¾ cup milk

Steps:

  • Place bacon pieces in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels. Crumble once cool enough to handle.
  • Season chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Grease the bottom of a slow cooker with bacon grease and layer 1/2 of the potato nuggets on the bottom. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the bacon bits. Mix Colby cheese and Monterey Jack cheese together in a bowl and sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese mixture on top. Add chicken in 1 layer and top with 1/2 of the remaining cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining bacon bits and top with remaining potato nuggets. Sprinkle rest of the cheese mixture on top and pour milk over everything.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on High until chicken is cooked though and cheese has melted, 3 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 85.4 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 703.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SLOW COOKER CHEESY TORTELLINI



Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini image

This super easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini takes just a few minutes to throw together. With crushed tomatoes, slow cooked chicken, tortellini and mozzarella cheese, it's a hearty meal that's perfect for colder weather.

Provided by Steph

Categories     Main Course     Dinner

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup pasta sauce (I used tomato basil flavor)
1 cup crushed tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (20 ounce) package tortellini
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, mix together pasta sauce, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning.
  • Add in chicken breasts, then cook on low for 3-4 hours or until chicken is completely cooked all the way through.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker and dice. Add chicken back to the slow cooker and add in tortellini and top with shredded cheese. Cook on low for another 15 minutes (until the tortellini is tender and cheese is melted).
  • Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1060 kcal, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 412 mg, Sodium 3417 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 144 mg

Tips:

  • For crispier chicken tots, use frozen tater tots.
  • If you don't have cream of celery soup, you can use cream of chicken soup instead.
  • To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • For a cheesy crust, top the chicken tots with shredded cheddar cheese before baking.
  • Serve the chicken tots with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, ketchup, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker cheesy chicken tots recipe is an easy and delicious way to feed your family a satisfying meal. The combination of chicken, tater tots, and cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for something cheesy and delicious, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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