Description

This Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Delight is a comforting and easy-to-make slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy, cheesy sauce with broccoli. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this recipe combines rich flavors with wholesome ingredients and requires minimal prep time.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Vegetables

2 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen)

Cheesy Sauce

1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)

Instructions

Prepare the crockpot: Grease the inside of a crockpot to prevent sticking, then place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom in a single layer.
Make the creamy sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Combine chicken and sauce: Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is well-coated with the sauce.
Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, checking that the chicken becomes tender and fully cooked through.
Shred and add broccoli: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken inside the crockpot. Stir in the broccoli florets and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Continue cooking on low for another 20 to 30 minutes to allow the broccoli to soften and the cheese to melt into the mixture.
Finish with cheese topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the dish. Cover again and let the cheese melt completely for a few minutes before serving.
Serve: Serve the cheesy chicken and broccoli hot, ideally over cooked rice for a complete meal.

Notes

You can use fresh or frozen broccoli according to your preference or availability.
For a lighter version, use low-fat sour cream and reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
If you want a thicker sauce, reduce the milk slightly or cook uncovered in the last 30 minutes to evaporate excess liquid.
Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
Serving over cooked rice or pasta enhances the dish, but it can also be enjoyed on its own for a low-carb option.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: crockpot chicken, cheesy chicken broccoli, slow cooker dinner, creamy chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner