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Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli: The Ultimate Creamy & Easy Recipe

The easiest, most delicious Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli recipe! Tender chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich, creamy, homemade sauce. The perfect set-it-and-forget-it weeknight dinner that's both healthy and satisfying for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp cold water

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. In the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the liquid. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  3. Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Add the softened cream cheese to the warm liquid in the slow cooker and whisk vigorously until smooth and fully incorporated.
  5. In a small bowl, create a slurry by mixing the cornstarch and cold water until no lumps remain. Whisk the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker until it begins to thicken.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add the fresh broccoli florets and stir everything together to coat well.
  7. Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 20-30 minutes, just until the broccoli is tender-crisp. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalProtein: 42gFat: 12gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For the best texture, do not add the broccoli until the last 30 minutes of cooking. This prevents it from becoming too soft.
Tip 2: Ensure your cream cheese is well-softened to prevent lumps and create an ultra-smooth sauce.
Tip 3: This dish is fantastic served over hot cooked rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.
Keyword crockpot chicken and broccoli,healthy chicken recipe,slow cooker chicken

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