Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the most irresistible aroma of tender, juicy chicken swimming in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce - without spending hours in the kitchen! This Crock Pot Creamy Mushroom Chicken is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal that promises maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or when you simply want a delicious, hassle-free dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 200g mushrooms
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 onion
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
- Dice the onion finely and slice the mushrooms into even, medium-thick pieces to ensure consistent cooking.
- Lightly grease the inside of the crock pot with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Spread the sliced mushrooms and diced onions evenly over and around the chicken breasts.
- Pour the entire can of cream of mushroom soup over the chicken and vegetables, using a spatula to spread it evenly and cover the ingredients.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set to low heat setting for 6 hours, which will allow the chicken to become tender and absorb the creamy sauce.
- After cooking time is complete, check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it has reached 165°F (74°C).
- Gently shred the chicken using two forks or slice it, then mix with the creamy mushroom sauce before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh chopped parsley or green onions, and pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Tips
- Choose the Right Chicken: Use fresh, boneless chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking.
- Season Generously: Don't be shy with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Proper seasoning is key to a flavorful dish.
- Layer Strategically: Place chicken at the bottom and vegetables on top to prevent overcooking and ensure even heat distribution.
- Avoid Overcooking: While the recipe calls for 6 hours, check the chicken's internal temperature around 5-
- 5 hours to prevent dryness.
- Enhance the Sauce: For extra richness, you can add a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of sour cream in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Prevent Soggy Chicken: If the sauce seems too thin, remove the chicken and reduce the sauce on the stovetop for a few minutes before serving.
- Make It Your Own: Experiment with adding herbs like thyme or rosemary, or swap mushroom soup for cream of chicken for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 110mg
