When I’m hosting a busy Sunday dinner or bringing a dish to share at church, I love recipes that feel like a hug on a plate. This Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing is precisely that, reamy, savory, and comforting with just a few simple ingredients. It’s a recipe that saves me time in the kitchen while giving guests a home-cooked meal that tastes like the holidays.
Whether you’re feeding your family after a long day or serving a crowd, this slow cooker chicken and stuffing is one of my most reliable, stress-free dishes.
Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing ☺️
This recipe shines because it’s cozy, creamy, and truly effortless. With only about ten minutes of prep, everything goes right into the slow cooker, leaving you free to enjoy your guests or get other things done. I love that it’s budget-friendly, made with pantry staples, and still feels special enough for Sunday dinner. It also works beautifully for potlucks and holiday gatherings, since you can keep it warm right in the crock pot. Plus, the recipe is incredibly adaptable; you can use chicken breasts or thighs, switch up the stuffing flavor, or toss in extra vegetables to make it your own.
I was not expecting for this to taste as good as it did! So easy, and so good!!!
—Mary S.
Ingredients You Will Need
Here’s a quick overview of the key ingredients for this recipe. For the full list of ingredients and exact measurements, be sure to check the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best, but boneless thighs are a great option for added tenderness.
- Cream of chicken soup: Use canned for convenience or homemade for a cleaner option. Cream of mushroom or celery also works if you’d like a flavor change.
- Sour cream: Adds tang and creaminess. Dairy-free sour cream works if needed.
- Stuffing mix: Any boxed chicken or cornbread stuffing mix will do. For gluten-free, swap in a GF stuffing mix.
- Optional add-ins: Chicken broth for a looser texture, fresh or frozen green beans, peas, corn, or even shredded cheese.
How to Make Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing
Add Chicken and Mix the Sauce
Place chicken breasts in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth.
Layer Ingredients & Cook
Sprinkle stuffing mix on top of the sauce. Press it down gently so it sticks, but don’t stir. If using a seasoning packet, mix it with the bread cubes before sprinkling.
Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
Fluff the stuffing with a fork and serve warm. Great with green beans, salad, or cranberry sauce on the side. Fluff the stuffing with a fork and serve warm. Great with green beans, salad, or cranberry sauce on the side.
No, just sprinkle the dry mix on top, it will absorb flavor and moisture as it cooks.
Variations, Substitutions, and Recipe Tips
Dietary Modifications
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free stuffing mix.
- Dairy-Free: Swap in dairy-free sour cream and a dairy-free cream soup.
- Low-Sodium: Choose low-sodium cream soup and broth to keep the flavors balanced.
Flavor Enhancements
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, or a sprinkle of poultry seasoning.
- Add shredded cheddar or mozzarella during the last 15 minutes for a cheesy twist.
- Mix a tablespoon of fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley in the cooking sauce for brightness.
Add-In Options
- Stir in frozen peas or green beans for color and nutrition.
- Add corn for a touch of sweetness.
Simple Substitutions
- Swap sour cream for plain Greek yogurt.
- Use cream of mushroom or celery soup instead of chicken.
- Substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer dark meat.
- Use cornbread stuffing for a Southern-style flavor.
🦃 Make A Thanksgiving Version
Use this simple recipe to make an easy, pared-down Thanksgiving dinner. Slice a large turkey breast into four pieces instead of a chicken breast. When done cooking, top with a few dollops of cranberry sauce and a sprinkle of dried cranberries.
If you are a stuffing or dressing lover, be sure to check out my Make Ahead Dressing Recipes.
Free Easy Follow Recipe Printable
I recently received a heartfelt message from a reader who thanked me for making this recipe so simple. She shared that while she faces memory challenges, she still loves cooking for others. That really touched me and got me thinking, this 4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing recipe could be perfect for anyone learning to cook or for those who face a few challenges in the kitchen.
Another great thing about this recipe is that you don’t need a stovetop or oven! With a crock pot, cooking becomes easier and more forgiving if time management can be challenging.
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Biblical Hospitality Tips
“Biblical hospitality is less about impressing and more about embracing. Let your table be a place where burdens are lifted and hearts are heard.”
—Intentional Hospitality
Share this cozy comfort food recipe with someone who could use a taste of home, whether you’re serving your church small group, blessing a neighbor, or gathering your family at the end of a long week. This kind of meal nourishes both body and soul, inviting genuine connection around your table.
- Hospitality as Ministry:
Pray as you prep. As you lay each ingredient in the slow cooker, pray for those who will gather at your table that God will meet them in their needs and fill your home with His peace. - Fellowship Over Perfection:
Comfort food is all about warmth, not polish. Don’t stress if the stuffing gets a little crispy or the table isn’t fancy. Focus on making people feel at ease, invite someone to help serve or pass around seconds.
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Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts, boneless, skinless If frozen, defrost overnight in the refrigerator or use the microwave’s defrost setting.
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup, canned
- 1 cup sour cream
- 6 ounces stuffing mix, boxed, regular flavor or cornbread
Instructions
Add Chicken to Slow Cooker
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.2 pounds chicken breasts
Mix the Sauce
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and well combined.10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream
Layer Ingredients
- Spread the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix on top of the sauce. Lightly press it down so it sticks to the sauce, but do not stir. Note: If your stuffing mix has a separate seasoning packet, mix it with the bread cubes before sprinkling.6 ounces stuffing mix
Cook
- Cover with the lid and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and fully cooked through.
Serve
- Fluff the stuffing gently with a fork. Serve warm with a side of green beans or a simple salad.
Gina’s Notes and Tips
Recipe Tips
- Use a slow cooker liner for quick clean-up.
- You could also lightly spray the bottom of the crock with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add 1/4 cup of chicken broth if you prefer a looser dressing texture.
- Don’t lift the lid while cooking—this drops the heat and extends cook time.
- Always check that chicken reaches 165°F with a thermometer.
- For a firmer stuffing texture, uncover during the last 30 minutes
Variations
- Add Veggies: Stir in frozen peas or green beans in the last hour of cooking.
- Cheesy Topping: Sprinkle shredded cheddar or mozzarella on top during the final 15 minutes.
- Southern Style: Use cornbread stuffing and a dash of poultry seasoning.
Storage and Reheating
- Room Temperature: Do not leave out longer than 2 hours for food safety.
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheat: Microwave in 1-minute intervals or bake at 325°F until warmed through. Add a splash of broth if stuffing seems dry.
I was not expecting for this to taste as good as it did! So easy, and so good!!!
Thank you for sharing Mary! Sometimes we just need easy when life gets busy.
Frozen or defrosted chicken?
Josh, I would suggest defrosted. If it is frozen the chicken will take longer to reach 165 degree internally and the other items will get over done. I am going to add this to the recipe card. Thanks for asking.
Can leftovers be frozen and then reheated?
Marie, I believe you could freeze leftovers and reheat. However, I would do a few things. I would cut the chicken into even size pieces instead of whole. This would make it easier to defrost evenly so it doesn’t dry out. Also, when reheating check if it seems dry and if so add a little chicken broth or chicken bullion to add some moisture.
I have been diagnosed with dementia. I lost my sister, 3 years back. I started looking at your recipes, because I can’t remember, by memory anymore, and I have made several of them, that are not too difficult and gives me a great sense of a compliment! My family actually enjoyed them!! Smile, thank you for making simple things easier for me.
Strawberry short cake is a tremendous favorite!
Beth Nystrom
Beth, thank you for your kind words. You have me thinking, I’m sure there are a lot of other people that would benefit from and easy recipe like this crockpot chicken. So, I created easy step-by-step printable recipe sheets with pictures for this 4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Dressing. I also wrote about you in my post and made a button for others to download this easy to follow printable recipe sheet. If you would like, I can do the same thing using my strawberry angel food cake. It’s so good and requires no cooking. Tap to print: Beth’s Step-by-Step Recipe For 4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Dressing.
This was great and too easy. Family loved it. I used cream of chicken soup with herbs.
Terri, thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it. I’m going to use a turkey breast cut into pieces around Thanksgiving and serve my cranberry salsa drizzled on top.
What size slow cooker?
I use a 4 quart for this recipe, however, many time I hit the 2x on the recipe card and double the ingredients. Then I use my 6 quart crock pot.
Made this yesterday. I added ~1/3 cup of chicken broth at the bottom of the crockpot. Added 1C of frozen mixed veggies to the “sauce”. Prepped the dried breasts by rubbing w/evoo, then s&p, garlic powder, onion powder & paprika. At end of cook, I found the top stuffing to be crunchy, so removed the chicken, mixed the stuffing and let it remain in the crockpot for anther 10mins. All good after that. It definitely was easy and yummy. Served with cranberry sauce. Hubby was happy
I like this idea. I love soft stuffing so I will keep this in mind next time I make it. I’m thinking this would be good with turkey instead of chicken in November.
This is so good, easy. You’ve got to try it!
Thanks for sharing Jenny! It’s also great if you substitute the chicken for a turkey.