Description
Indulge in a comforting broccoli cheddar chicken crockpot dinner that’s creamy, cheesy, and ready with minimal effort. This one-pot recipe combines tender chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and a velvety cheddar sauce made from cream of chicken soup, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, it serves four, fits a family-style meal plan, and pairs well with rice or crusty bread. Easy steps, low cleanup, and delicious results make it a go-to comfort food for everyone..
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; place in slow cooker.
- Whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, and half the cheddar; pour over chicken.
- Cook on low 6-8 hours or high 4-5 hours.
- Add broccoli 30 minutes before end; cover and cook until tender.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar, let melt, and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of cayenne. Freeze leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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