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    Crockpot Chicken Recipes

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    We've gathered up some of the very best crockpot chicken recipes for making easy weeknight dinners that the whole family will love! Slow cooking chicken makes it melt-in-your-mouth tender, and with your handy-dandy crockpot, it doesn't get any easier!

    Best crockpot chicken recipes you can make in your slow cooker for tasty meals collage with 4 images.

    Easy chicken dinners you'll want to make again and again!

    It’s no surprise that the ease and convenience of crockpot cooking make it the go-to method for many at-home cooks. Prepping everything in the morning, placing it in the crockpot, and going about your day is always more appealing than slaving away in the kitchen.

    I could talk about my favorite slow cooker recipes all day (and there are a lot of them), so I thought it might be helpful to narrow them down by protein. Chicken is the most consumed meat in the world, so it seems like the natural place to start!

    Jump to:
    • 1. Chicken and Gravy
    • 2. Butter Chicken
    • 3. Chicken Alfredo
    • 4. Chicken and Dumplings
    • 5. Chicken Drumsticks
    • 6. Crack Chicken
    • 7. Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • 8. Salsa Verde Chicken
    • 9. Chicken Meatballs
    • 10. Cheesy Chicken Penne Pasta
    • 11. Chicken ‘Enchilada’ Casserole
    • 12. Coconut Curry Chicken
    • 13. Tuscan Chicken Pasta
    • 14. Larb Lettuce Wraps
    • 15. French Onion Chicken
    • 16. Turmeric Chicken Noodle Soup
    • 17. Spinach & Artichoke Chicken
    • 18. Sriracha Honey Wings
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    • Best Crockpot Chicken Recipes: Crock Pot Chicken & Gravy (+More Great Ideas!)
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    If you’ve got chicken breasts that have been hanging out in the freezer for a while, now’s the time to bust them out. Below are my all-time favorite chicken recipes to make in the crockpot, and who knows, you might find a few new family favorites!

    1. Chicken and Gravy

    Tender pulled chicken and gravy is so simple, but it’s always been highly requested at our house. It makes the perfect topping for a heaping pile of mashed potatoes.

    Bake a few cheese rolls cheese rolls to sop up any extra gravy and you’ll be in heaven!

    Crock Pot Chicken & Gravy
    My super easy crock pot chicken & gravy is the perfect dinner of creamy, tender shredded chicken in tasty chicken gravy! Juicy chicken is cooked down with luscious cream of chicken and flavorful chicken gravy to make a rich, comforting 3-ingredient meal the whole family can enjoy!
    Check out this recipe
    Crockpot chicken and gravy served over mashed potatoes with parsley garnish.

    2. Butter Chicken

    Butter chicken is an internationally adored Indian dish that you can easily make in your slow cooker. This delicious, fragrant curry dish is warm and comforting, perfect for cozying up on a night in.

    Crock Pot Butter Chicken
    Crock Pot butter chicken (murgh makhani), is an internationally loved Indian-inspired chicken dinner that is practically effortless to make! It's quick to prepare and simple enough to whip up on any night of the week! Pair it with some fresh, homemade Naan Bread or rice to enjoy a flavorful chicken dinner with your family!
    Check out this recipe
    Butter chicken in a white bowl with rice.

    3. Chicken Alfredo

    Pasta in the crockpot, yes it’s a thing, and yes it is as amazing as it sounds! This fuss-free creamy crockpot chicken alfredo recipe is sure to make it into your weekly rotation.

    Throw in some of your favorite vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms to switch it up from time to time!

    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Crock Pot Recipe
    This is an amazingly easy, creamy, delicious slow cooker Chicken Alfredo crock pot recipe that the whole family is sure to enjoy! Throw in some broccoli or your favorite vegetable(s) to make it a complete weeknight dinner!!
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    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Crock Pot Recipe is a weekday dinner idea that the whole family will love

    4. Chicken and Dumplings

    A classic Southern comfort food, chicken and dumplings are a need-to-know recipe. Tender chicken, veggies, and traditional dumplings are a match made in heaven.

    Making dumplings from scratch may sound daunting, but with this easy recipe you’ll be whipping them up like a pro.

    Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
    There is nothing better than the smell of a delicious dinner already waiting for you when you come home, and these Crock Pot chicken and dumplings are no exception!
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    Chicken and dumplings in a white bowl.

    5. Chicken Drumsticks

    These chicken drumsticks are slathered in your favorite BBQ sauce and require almost no prep! There’s only 4 ingredients, then you just set ‘em and forget ‘em!

    This gives you all the time you need to whip up some of your favorite BBQ sides and make a meal of it!

    Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
    These indulgent slow cooker chicken drumsticks are slathered in delicious BBQ sauce and they are practically effortless! So, toss some drumsticks in your crockpot and enjoy an incredibly easy BBQ chicken dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Best slow cooker chicken drumsticks stacked and served with bbq sauce coating.

    6. Crack Chicken

    Crack chicken is a versatile mixture of creamy cheeses, tender chicken, bacon, and ranch. It’s great as a dip, it’s great as a sandwich, it’s great no matter how you eat it!

    Make it as an appetizer for your next party or serve it with hamburger buns at a potluck. Everyone will be asking you for this recipe!

    Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
    This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken is an absolutely creamy and cheesy shredded chicken bacon ranch that's perfect for sandwiches, dips, potlucks, and so much more! Whether you're feeding your family or a crowd, this crockpot chicken is super easy and totally addictive!
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    Large square straight on side view of the slow cooker crack chicken served on brioche bun.

    7. Buffalo Chicken Dip

    Buffalo chicken dip deserves to make an appearance outside of Super Bowl Sunday, in our opinion. There’s something so satisfying about the bold flavor of Buffalo sauce being balanced out with some smooth, cream cheese on top of a crunchy chip.

    Serve it right out of your crockpot to make clean-up a breeze!

    Check out this recipe

    8. Salsa Verde Chicken

    This versatile pulled chicken can be served up in tacos or over your favorite seasoned rice. It’s not difficult to make your own salsa verde at home, but you can make the whole recipe that much easier by using your favorite jar of green salsa from the store!

    Check out this recipe

    9. Chicken Meatballs

    Whether you’re opting for chicken meatballs in an effort to be healthier, or you’ve got some ground chicken on hand that needs using, there’s no better way than making them in the crockpot.

    For a hearty dinner, serve them over pasta with marinara sauce, over rice, or offer them up as-is if you need an easy appetizer!

    Check out this recipe

    10. Cheesy Chicken Penne Pasta

    Penne pasta with tender chunks of chicken and lots (and lots) of melty cheddar cheese makes an excellent example of a one-pot Italian dinner that your family will be more than thankful for.

    Mushrooms and onions are a welcome addition to this recipe, but if you have picky eaters they can easily be left out and the dish will be delicious all the same!

    Check out this recipe

    11. Chicken ‘Enchilada’ Casserole

    All the goodness you love in an enchilada, but in a casserole form in the crockpot! I love serving this up with some sour cream, green onions, and hot sauce, but it will be delicious with any of your favorite Tex-Mex toppings!

    Check out this recipe

    12. Coconut Curry Chicken

    Coconut curry chicken may take a tad more prep work, but I promise the end result is more than worth it. It’s packed full of flavor, and the chicken soaks it all up as it cooks!

    Ladle it onto a steamy bowl of basmati rice, and you’ve got yourself a satisfying meal!

    Check out this recipe

    13. Tuscan Chicken Pasta

    Spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken, oh my! This classic Tuscan recipe can be achieved in your crockpot in just 3 easy steps!

    Sliced or whole chicken breasts accompanied by wilted spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and campanelle pasta makes for another wonderful one-pot dinner.

    Check out this recipe

    14. Larb Lettuce Wraps

    Larb is a chicken dish prepared by slowly cooking ground chicken without getting any color or a sear on it, so naturally, a crockpot is an excellent way to achieve the proper texture.

    We recommend serving this seasoned chicken in lettuce wraps with fresh basil and hot peppers if you dare.

    Check out this recipe

    15. French Onion Chicken

    Perfectly cooked boneless chicken breasts made right in your crockpot. Slather them in some condensed French onion soup and you’ve got an indulgent, satisfying dinner that will pair great with any of your favorite sides.

    Top the chicken breasts with Swiss cheese and pop them under the broiler until melted and bubbling. Trust me when I say you’ll want to make this recipe again and again!

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    16. Turmeric Chicken Noodle Soup

    Two things we hear are good for us or will make us feel are feeling under the weather have now come together for one delicious crockpot recipe!

    Some of us may be familiar with adding turmeric to a variety of things, but adding it to a savory soup in your crockpot is now just as effortless as it is to toss it in a smoothie or tonic in the morning.

    Check out this recipe

    17. Spinach & Artichoke Chicken

    Yeah, you heard it right… your favorite warm savory dip plus added protein! No need to limit this delicious combination to merely an appetizer, you now can enjoy it as a low-carb meal with no shame!

    Serve it with chips or on top of rice, either way, you’ll savor every bite!

    Check out this recipe

    18. Sriracha Honey Wings

    Everyone is entitled to their own chicken wing opinion, whether that be legs or thighs, boneless or bone-in, or whatever your sauce preferences. When it comes to wings, we think this sriracha honey combination steals the show, especially when slow-cooked to perfection.

    Plus with this method there is no messy tossing of sauce, they cook in their flavoring agent, making serving a breeze!

    Check out this recipe

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    Best Crockpot Chicken Recipes: Crock Pot Chicken & Gravy (+More Great Ideas!)

    We've gathered up some of the very best crockpot chicken recipes for making easy weeknight dinners that the whole family will love! Slow cooking chicken makes it melt-in-your-mouth tender, and with your handy-dandy crockpot, it doesn't get any easier!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 246kcal
    Prep 5 minutes minutes
    Cooking 4 hours hours
    Total Time 4 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
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    • 3 lbs chicken (boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
    • 22 oz cream of chicken condensed soup (family size)
    • 2 packets chicken gravy mix
    • 1 cup water (or chicken stock or milk)
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    Instructions

    • Remove chicken from packaging, rinse and pat dry then place into your crockpot.
      3 lbs chicken
    • Add the cream of chicken soup, water, and the gravy packets. Give everything a good stir until well combined.
      22 oz cream of chicken condensed soup, 2 packets chicken gravy mix, 1 cup water
    • Return cover and cook on the high setting for 4 hours.
    • After 4 hours, use an instant-read temperature probe and check that the chicken is at least 165°F (74°C), then remove the chicken pieces. Use 2 forks to shred the chicken into pieces, or chop the chicken if desired.
    • Serve over rice or mashed potatoes. Spoon gravy on top. Enjoy!

    Equipment You May Need

    crock pot (slow cooker)
    Instant Read Temperature Probe
    Silicone Spatula Set

    Notes

    • You can use frozen chicken, just be sure to increase the cook time.
    • You can add other stir-ins to this recipe, like fresh or frozen veggies.
    • For thinner gravy add 1 more cup of water.
    • For a stronger flavor use chicken stock in place of water.
    • For a creamier texture, use milk instead of water.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 246kcal (12%) | Carbohydrates: 6g (2%) | Protein: 17g (34%) | Fat: 17g (26%) | Saturated Fat: 5g (31%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 67mg (22%) | Sodium: 606mg (26%) | Potassium: 193mg (6%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 256IU (5%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 21mg (2%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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    Best Crockpot Chicken Recipes, Crock Pot Chicken & Gravy, easy dinners, slow cooker meals
    Course Chicken Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Slow Cooker Crockpot Recipes
    Cuisine American

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