This creamy crockpot chicken recipe is an easy slow cooker recipe that is also kid-friendly. Did I mention the prep time for this slow cooker dinner is 8 minutes? No wonder this easy crock pot recipe and our Crispy Leftover Chicken and Shells are our most popular
chicken recipes. As a bonus, we show you how to convert this into a fast Instant Pot Creamy Chicken. (You can make it in the oven as well!) Now let’s find out how to make this easy family dinner, time’s a-ticking!
What is this?Have you ever taken a scavenger hunt in your freezer? Dan did last night and found some frozen chicken tenderloins. He was nice enough to take them out and put them in the fridge. And behold, this easy crockpot recipe was born! But, I did not discover this until 10 minutes before I left for work this morning. I'm always trying to make up new kid-friendly recipes. I wondered what sort of recipe I could make in less than 10 minutes before I left for work? The end result is an amazing family dinner. Kids love this meal and adults love this meal. What other easy recipe could be better for a busy mom or dad? What you need to make this
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Readers questionsCan I make this in the oven? Yes. Bake at 400° in a covered baking dish, such as a Dutch Oven. Can I use frozen chicken breasts for this? We don't recommend putting frozen poultry in a crockpot, although many people will do this. Can I use mayonnaise instead of sour cream for this recipe? Yes, but add it at the end, just prior to serving. Does the poultry need to be cut up before placing it in the crock-pot? No. You can use whole boneless skinless breasts for this crockpot recipe. Can I make this recipe in the Instant Pot? Yes, you can convert this into an instant pot recipe! Read on below. Instant pot instructionsUse the same ingredients to make this instant pot recipe in about 30 minutes!
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I challenge you to try this creamy crockpot chicken. I know that your family will enjoy it as much as ours did.
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Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 1.9mg Reader InteractionsCan you add cream to a slow cooker?Adding milk, cream or yogurt to crockpots at the beginning of cooking is a sure-fire way to wind-up with a grainy, watery mess at the end. Stir it in once the recipe has finished cooking.
How long does chicken breast Take in slow cooker on low?Cover your crock pot and cook chicken breasts on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F.
Can I put frozen chicken in crockpot?"It is safe to cook a frozen chicken in a slow cooker," Quin Patton, a food scientist formerly with PepsiCo, told TODAY. "You just need to make sure the internal temperature gets up to 165 degrees at some point during the cooking process."
How long does chicken go in crockpot?Place the chicken and stock, broth, or water in a 4-quart or larger slow cooker. Cook the chicken. Cover and cook until the chicken is tender and registers an internal temperature of 165°F, 4 to 5 hours on the LOW setting, or 2 to 3 hours on the HIGH setting. Shred the chicken.
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