This 4 ingredient slow cooker chicken with stuffing recipe is rich, hearty, and super easy to put together! Tender and juicy chicken thighs are topped with a creamy and fluffy stuffing topping. Only 10 minutes of prep work are required and your slow cooker does the rest!

There's no need to run to the store for fancy ingredients. This crockpot chicken thighs and stuffing recipe features fridge and pantry staples that you probably already have on hand. Ingredients such as chicken thighs, a can of cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and a box of stuffing come together to create a filling and comforting meal.

I love that this slow cooker chicken and stuffing recipe can be served either as a full meal or with a few sides, it's totally up to you! It's richly flavored and full of protein and carbs. No matter how you serve it, this comforting wholesome meal will immediately become a family favorite dinner in your home!

Recipe ingredients

Chicken thighs. You'll need 4 boneless chicken thighs for this recipe.

Chicken broth. Used to cook the chicken and stuffing and keeps the meat juicy and tender.

Box of stuffing. Any brand of boxed stuffing will work. Creates a fluffy and delicious topping for the chicken.

Cream of chicken soup. To make this easy slow cooker recipe creamy with even more chicken flavor.

How to make 4 Ingredient slow cooker chicken with stuffing

There is no step by step instructions required for this recipe really, it a dump and start recipe. Prepare you chicken thighs. I used skinless and boneless thighs.

If chicken is frozen, thaw it first. It will defrost in couple hours just on the counter. Add cleaned thighs to the slow cooker.

In a separate bowl mix stuffing mix (leave some for later), chicken broth and cream of chicken soup. Pour the mixture over the chicken in crock pot. Add more saved stuffing mix on top.

raw chicken thighs in broth in crock pot

Close the lid and cook for 4 hours on HIGH (that's what i did) or for 7 hours on LOW.

What do i love about this recipe

We are all busy and slow cooker meals that are tasty and delicious but still easy to make, always help to make our days a little less hectic.

With the slow cooker, I love that I can create a delicious meal without too much effort or time. Chicken thighs in the crockpot with a creamy stuffing topping is an excellent one-pot meal perfect for weeknight dinners or to serve during the holidays. Simply add everything to the crock pot then set it and a few hours later, come back to a delicious dinner!

Substitutions

Chicken. This recipe works great with boneless skinless chicken breasts instead of thighs.

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Stuffing. Use whichever flavor you enjoy - cornbread, chicken, turkey, or seasoned herb.

Broth. Instead of chicken broth use vegetable broth or water.

Cream of chicken soup. Use a can of cream of mushroom or cream of potato soup. Alternatively, use a mixture of heavy cream/ sour cream and cornstarch to thicken the sauce. If using canned soup, use a low-sodium variety if you are watching your salt intake.

Variations

You only need 4 ingredients to make this slow-cooker chicken with stuffing recipe. However, if you want more of an all-in-one meal, add your favorite veggies with the other ingredients or towards the end of the cooking time.

Fresh or frozen chopped onions, garlic, mushrooms, green beans, or broccoli florets would all taste amazing in this dish.

If you prefer a crispy stuffing topping, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of the cooking process. Or if your crockpot dish is oven-safe, place it into the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes to brown on top.

Frequently asked questions

Do you need to put liquid in a slow cooker for chicken?

This depends on the recipe, but in general, it's a good idea to cook chicken with a bit of liquid so it doesn't burn or dry out too much.

What type of chicken is best for cooking in the slow cooker?

Chicken breasts or thighs are excellent in the slow cooker. Thighs are always tender and juicy even when cooked for long periods of time. The slow cooker is a great way to cook chicken breasts because they come out perfectly juicy. You also don't have to worry about them drying out or becoming tough.

Can I use frozen chicken in the crockpot?

Fully thawed chicken is best but if you are short on time it's fine to use frozen instead. Just make sure you are using boneless chicken so it can cook evenly and thoroughly. Check to make sure the internal temperature of the meat is at least 165 degrees before serving.

Serving suggestions

This chicken dish is delicious when served over white rice. The sauce will soak in the rice and the flavor will be amazing. Make mashed potatoes as another great side dish option. It will make a very filling dish.

If you like quinoa or couscous serve that with your chicken. Add some roasted vegetables and call it a meal.

Leftovers

Store this 4 Ingredient slow cooker chicken with stuffing recipe leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Use plastic or glass containers, or even a zip lock bag.

You can freezer leftovers as well. Just use a freezer friendly bag or container and store your chicken with stuffing and sauce there for up to 5 months.

Reheat in the microwave for couple minutes. You can also pour contents in the small pot and reheat it on the stove.

4 Ingredient slow cooker chicken with stuffing

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

6 boneless chicken thighs
2 cups chicken broth
1 box of stuffing
1 can cream of chicken soup

Instructions

Place thighs in the slow cooker.
Mix all the ingredients (leave some stuffing mix out) and pour over the chicken. Add more stuffing mix on top.
Close the lid and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 7 hours.

Notes

Store this 4 Ingredient slow cooker chicken with stuffing recipe leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Use plastic or glass containers, or even a zip lock bag.

You can freezer leftovers as well. Just use a freezer friendly bag or container and store your chicken with stuffing and sauce there for up to 5 months.

Reheat in the microwave for couple minutes. You can also pour contents in the small pot and reheat it on the stove.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 244Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 886mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 29g