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A bubbling crockpot chicken casserole in a slow cooker.

Hearty Family Crockpot Chicken Casserole

This hearty crockpot chicken casserole is a comforting and easy meal perfect for family dinners. Tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce are slow-cooked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken soup undiluted
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream full-fat or light
  • 1 (16 oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn, green beans
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional for serving
  • Cooked egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes, trimming fat from thighs.
  2. Place chicken in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Scatter chopped onion, minced garlic, and frozen vegetables over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Whisk together soup, broth, sour cream, thyme, and rosemary; season with salt and pepper.
  2. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring gently to coat.
  3. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
Finishing Touches
  1. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the casserole during the last 30 minutes of cooking or just before serving, allowing it to melt.
  2. Serve hot over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

This recipe is easily adaptable to your family's preferences. Feel free to add other vegetables or adjust seasonings as needed. For a thicker sauce, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a little water during the last hour of cooking.