The Only Slow Cooker Chicken Casserole You All Ever Need

Creamy, cheesy chicken and tender vegetables in a rich sauce, topped with golden stuffing. This ultimate dump-and-go crockpot casserole is pure comfort that everyone—from kids to grandparents—devours every time.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This is truly the ONLY chicken casserole you’ll ever need because it checks every box: ridiculously easy (literally dump and go), insanely delicious (creamy, cheesy, cozy perfection), and universally loved by every single person who tries it. The chicken becomes fall-apart tender, the veggies soak up flavor, and the buttery stuffing topping crisps up in the last hour like magic. It’s a complete meal in one pot, reheats like a dream, and tastes like pure homemade love with almost zero effort. Make it once and it will become your signature dish that friends beg you to bring to every potluck and new parents request for meal trains!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use thighs—they stay juicy even after hours of cooking.
• No need to pre-cook anything—just dump raw chicken and veggies.
• Add stuffing mix during last hour so it stays crunchy on top.
• Double the cream soup mixture if you love it extra saucy.
• Stir once halfway if you’re home (totally optional).
• Finish on high last 30 minutes for golden topping.
• Line crockpot with a slow-cooker liner for zero cleanup.

Yield: 8 Servings

The Only Slow Cooker Chicken Casserole You All Ever Need

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The ultimate creamy chicken casserole with golden stuffing top—pure comfort in a crockpot!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 6 hours

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 (12 oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 (6 oz) box herb stuffing mix (like Stove Top)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 small onion, diced (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken soup
• 2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

Instructions

1. Spray & smile: Lightly grease your slow cooker (or use a liner)—this is going to be legendary!
2. Dump the chicken: Add raw chicken chunks straight in—no pre-cooking required!
3. Mix the creamy dream: In a bowl, whisk cream soups, sour cream, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Veggie party: Toss in frozen veggies and onion—everything goes in raw!
5. Pour the sauce: Cover everything with the creamy mixture—give it a gentle stir.
6. Set it low: Cook on low 5-6 hours or high 2-3 hours—until chicken is tender.
7. Make the topping: Mix stuffing mix with melted butter and broth—gets perfectly moist.
8. Crown it: Spread stuffing mixture evenly over the top—your golden lid!
9. Crisp it up: Switch to high for the last 60 minutes—watch the magic happen!
10. Serve with joy: Scoop generous portions, watch the stuffing crumble perfectly, and accept all the compliments!

Notes

• The stuffing topping is the secret star—don’t skip it!
• Leftovers reheat beautifully—add a splash of milk if needed.
• This is the #1 requested meal for new parents and potlucks.

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 726Total Fat 53gSaturated Fat 24gUnsaturated Fat 29gCholesterol 252mgSodium 743mgCarbohydrates 6gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 52g

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Ingredients Notes

• Chicken thighs: Boneless, skinless—juiciest and most forgiving cut.
• Cream of chicken soup: Full-fat gives richest flavor; healthy version works too.
• Sour cream: Adds tangy creaminess and prevents curdling.
• Frozen mixed vegetables: Classic peas, carrots, corn, green beans—no chopping!
• Stuffing mix: Boxed herb stuffing (like Stove Top) + butter = crispy golden top.
• Chicken broth: Helps steam the stuffing perfectly.
• Cheese: Cheddar melts beautifully into the sauce.

Variations and Substitutions

• Protein swap: Turkey, pork chops, or meatballs.
• Veggie boost: Fresh broccoli, mushrooms, or hash browns.
• Tater tot topping: Swap stuffing for frozen tots last hour.
• Ritz cracker crust: Crushed Ritz + melted butter on top.
• Spicy kick: Add rotel or green chiles.
• Low carb: Cauliflower rice + no stuffing top.
• Instant Pot: High pressure 12 minutes + quick release.
• Creamy deluxe: Add cream cheese or Velveeta.
• Gluten-free: GF cream soup + GF stuffing mix.

Storage Options

• Refrigerator: Up to 4 days—gets even creamier.
• Freezer: Up to 3 months (add fresh topping when reheating).
• Meal train hero: Freezes and reheats perfectly.

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