Easy Slow Cooker Smothered Chicken Recipe

This summer has flown by! Our kids are headed back to school very soon and as the schedules start to change, I’m starting to think about back to school meals.

Easy recipes are must wants class starts, and slow cooker recipes are my go to when our schedule starts to fill up.

If you are looking for new recipe ideas to add to your menu, smothered chicken is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

This recipe is made in the slow cooker, so you can set it and forget it while you go about your day. The chicken comes out fall-apart tender and the gravy is rich and flavorful.

• Slow Cooker

• 5 min

• 3.5-4 hr on HIGH or 7.5-8 hrs on LOW

Yield:

• 4-6 servings

• 2 chicken breast
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can of chicken soup
• ½ cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp paprika

To get started on this recipe, clean and wash your chicken according to your personal preferences.

Add the chicken to your slow cooker and sprinkle with the seasonings. Cover with the cream of chicken and cream of mushroom to the pot.

Cover and let cook.

After cooking this smothered chicken recipe half way through, be sure to stir the soups together. If you’re going to be away from home, be sure to stir and mix the soups together when you’re placing them into the slow cooker.

After your chicken is cooked completely through, you will want to slice or shred before serving.

Shred the chicken with two forks and stir in the gravy. Make sure everything is well combined.

Serve this smothered chicken recipe with rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

Tips:

• You can use any type of boneless, skinless chicken in this recipe. I like to use thighs because they are more flavorful.
• You can add other vegetables to the slow cooker, such as carrots, celery, or mushrooms.
• Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. (Don’t miss our easy Instant Pot Rice)

Here are some additional tips for making slow cooker smothered chicken:

• If you want to brown the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker, you can do so in a skillet over medium heat. Just cook the chicken for a few minutes per side until it is browned on both sides.
• Garnish the chicken with fresh parsley or chopped chives before serving.

This slow cooker smothered chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love. So next time you’re looking for a comforting meal to make at home, give this recipe a try!

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