Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken (Printable)

Tender chicken breasts with broccoli in a creamy cheddar sauce, slow-cooked to perfection.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
03 - 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic minced

→ Dairy

05 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 4 oz cream cheese softened
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk

→ Pantry

09 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 tsp paprika
12 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 2 tbsp cornstarch

# How To Make It:

01 - Place chicken breasts in bottom of slow cooker.
02 - Layer chopped onions, garlic, and broccoli florets over chicken.
03 - Whisk together chicken broth, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper in medium bowl until smooth.
04 - Pour sauce mixture evenly over chicken and vegetables.
05 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
06 - Thirty minutes before serving, shred or slice chicken directly in slow cooker. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese.
07 - For thicker consistency, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create slurry. Stir into slow cooker and cook 15-20 minutes longer.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot garnished with extra cheddar or fresh herbs.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its practically effortless but tastes like you spent all day cooking
  • The leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
02 -
  • The cream cheese can curdle if added directly to hot liquid so whisk it into room temperature ingredients first
  • Broccoli continues cooking even after you turn off the slow cooker so dont worry if it seems slightly firm
03 -
  • Spray your crockpot with cooking oil first for easier cleanup later
  • Sharp cheddar melts better than mild varieties and has more flavor

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