I absolutely love using my crock pot to make delicious, hearty meals, and one of my all-time favorite recipes is chicken mushroom crock pot. There’s something so comforting about coming home to the aroma of a savory, slow-cooked meal wafting through the house. This dish is not only incredibly tasty but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends.
Ingredients:
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound of fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
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Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Place them in the crock pot.
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In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and mushrooms, and sauté until the mushrooms are golden and the onions are translucent.
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Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir until well combined.
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Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
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Pour the mushroom mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
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Stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
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Serve the chicken and mushroom sauce over cooked rice or mashed potatoes.
This chicken mushroom crock pot recipe is a game-changer. The chicken turns out incredibly juicy and infused with the rich, earthy flavors of the mushrooms and herbs. The creamy sauce brings everything together and makes this dish feel like a decadent comfort food indulgence. Plus, the leftovers are just as amazing, if not better, as the flavors have more time to meld together.
If you’re a fan of set-it-and-forget-it meals that result in a mouthwatering dinner, this chicken mushroom crock pot recipe is a must-try. It’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or for impressing guests with minimal effort. You can find the original recipe that inspired me at Food Network.
Conclusion:
I hope this recipe brings as much joy to your table as it does to mine. Happy slow cooking!