Description
Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken is a delightful, effortless dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, cheesy sauce and vibrant broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting meal takes minimal prep time while delivering maximum flavor. With each bite, you’ll experience creamy goodness that warms your soul and satisfies your cravings. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete family meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 to 2 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and cut into uniform pieces.
- Rinse broccoli under cold water and cut into bite-sized florets.
- Layer chicken in the bottom of the crockpot; sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add broccoli florets on top.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth. Pour over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until cooked through.
- Stir well before serving hot over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low (or 3 hours on high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute broccoli with your favorite vegetables like cauliflower or green beans. Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of nutmeg or your choice of herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.