Slow Cooker Chicken Casserole
Slow cooker chicken casserole with potatoes and broccoli is a creamy, cheesy, comforting dinner the whole family will love!
Yield: 6 -8 servings
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium Yukon potatoes, cubed (about 2 ½ to 3 cups)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup)
- 1 (8 oz) package white button mushrooms, quartered (small ones can be halved)
- 1 medium head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
For serving (optional):
- Cooked, crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, sour cream, hot sauce, etc.
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Sprinkle the onions on top of the potatoes. Layer the chicken breasts on top of the onion and potatoes.
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried thyme. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly on top of the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Dollop the condensed soup mixture on top of the chicken.
- Add the mushrooms then the broccoli florets to the slow cooker. Do not stir, they should remain on top of the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2 ½ to 3 hours.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred or chop the chicken. Return the chicken to the slow cooker along with 1 cup of the shredded cheese and stir to combine everything really well.
- Top the casserole with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese. Cover the slow cooker again and cook for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve the chicken casserole hot, sprinkled with bacon, green onions, sour cream, hot sauce and any other desired toppings.
Notes
Leftovers: Once cooled, leftovers can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave until hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 850mg | Potassium: 1318mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1225IU | Vitamin C: 110mg | Calcium: 340mg | Iron: 2mg
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