Description
Tender chicken and broccoli slow-cooked in a creamy cheddar sauce. This family-friendly comfort food is rich, cheesy, and perfect over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups broccoli florets
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika (optional)
Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Add chicken to crockpot.
2. Mix soup, cream cheese, milk, and seasonings. Pour over chicken.
3. Cook on low 4–5 hours or high 2.5–3 hours.
4. Add broccoli and cheddar in last 30 minutes; stir and cover.
5. Garnish with parsley and serve over rice or pasta.
Notes
Add broccoli near the end for best texture.
Use freshly grated cheddar for smooth melting.
Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
Freezes well up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
Keywords: broccoli cheddar chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, creamy chicken recipes, easy weeknight dinner