Enjoy a comforting dinner of appetizing Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing. This delicious and easy recipe features tender chicken, savory stuffing, and vegetables in creamy gravy. 

This is a comfort food recipe, just like our Slow Cooker Chicken & Potatoes.

chicken and stuffing on a plate.

If there is an easy button for dinner, I want it! Once I saw how simple it is to throw your ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work, I made this slow cooker chicken and stuffing on repeat. It’s the perfect comfort food (and complete meal) your whole family will love! 

This simple recipe is also wonderful for Thanksgiving dinner—it’s hands-off and delicious! Next time you need an easy Thanksgiving meal, try this or any of our Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Recipes.

Another fantastic slow-cooked chicken recipe is Crock Pot Chicken Tater Tot Casserole.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • SAVORY COMFORT FOOD: This dish is a crowd-pleaser. It’s comforting, familiar, and appeals to all, making it a great, inexpensive recipe for family gatherings or potluck dinners.
  • EASY PREP: Crockpot chicken and stuffing is incredibly easy. You can quickly assemble the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work for you. It’s the perfect option for busy days.
  • VERSITILITY: You can customize the recipe to suit your taste. Add vegetables like carrots, celery, or onions for extra flavor and nutrition. You can also experiment with different herbs and spices to create a dish your family loves.

Ingredient Notes

Here are the simple ingredients you’ll need.

Ingredients for crock pot chicken and stuffing.
  • 3 sliced carrots – carrots make this more of a meal and add to the dish’s overall flavor. You need to wash, peel, and then slice them. 
  • 2 cups green beans – we like to use fresh, but frozen will also work. However, if using frozen, you may want to add them halfway through the cooking time so they don’t get too soft.
  • 1 ½ – 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup – no need to dilute it. 
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup – no need to dilute it.
  • ¼ cup of water – or chicken stock (aka ¼ cup of chicken broth)
  • 1 6-ounce box of dry stuffing mix – you can use whatever brand you like. However, you do not need to make it per the package instructions. Stove Top Stuffing mix and Pepperidge Farms are favorites you can find at the grocery store. 
  • ¼ cup butter – this gives the stuffing a nice, rich flavor. 

Find the full recipe and instructions for Crock Pot Stuffing and Chicken in the printable recipe card below. 

Optional stuffing additions

If you want your dish to taste like traditional homemade stuffing, try adding one or more of these. These ingredients will give it great flavor.

  • ½ cup onions, diced
  • ½ cup celery, diced
  • ½ cup chopped fresh mushrooms
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries or apricots (or more to your liking)
  • ½ cup cooked, crumbled sausage
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Substitutions 

  • You can use frozen green beans instead of fresh green beans for your slow cooker chicken recipe. However, they tend to get very soft by the end of the cooking time, so you may want to add them halfway through. 
  • You can use broccoli instead of green beans. (Broccoli will also get soft by the end of the cooking time.) 
  • You can use any condensed cream soup, such as cream of celery. 
  • Sour cream is an excellent substitute for one of the cans of condensed soup. 
  • If you like, skinless chicken thighs or a whole chicken cut into pieces can be used in place of the chicken breast.

Instructions

  1. Prep. To start your crock-pot chicken, spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. 
  1. Add Veggies. Place the carrots and green beans on the bottom of the slow cooker. 
carrots and green beans in a crock pot.
  1. Add Chicken. Place chicken on top of vegetables and season it with salt and pepper.
Chicken in a slow cooker.
  1. Make Sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, condensed cream of chicken soup, and water. Pour the mixture over the chicken. 
Chicken in crockpot with gravy.
  1. Add Stuffing. Finally, add the dry Stove-Top stuffing mix on top of the chicken and soup mixture. Drizzle with melted butter. 
Chicken and stuffing in a slow cooker.
  1. Cook. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 5-6 hours or 2.5-3 hours on HIGH heat. We prefer to cook on low in a slow cooker to soften the food and allow the flavors to develop.

Pro Tip

You can either shred the chicken and serve it casserole style or serve the chicken, stuffing, and vegetables separately. 

My tips and tricks

  • This recipe works best in a 6-quart crock pot. 
  • If using frozen green beans, add them halfway through the cooking time so they don’t get too soft.
  • You should cook the chicken to 165 degrees F. We use a digital cooking thermometer to check, and it comes out perfectly!
  • Most newer crockpots run hot. If you have an older slow cooker, you may need to increase the cooking time.

Storing 

REFRIGERATOR – Store your crockpot chicken in an airtight container for up to five days. It’s great leftover the next day for lunch!

FREEZER – This is a great recipe to freeze. Simply cook, cool, and then store in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. 

Plate of chicken and stuffing.

What to serve with chicken and stuffing

Try some of these if you want sides to serve at your holiday dinner. 

Creamy Mashed Potatoes – hands down, one of my favorite crock pot recipes. 
Instant Pot Baby Potatoes – one easy recipe that creates soft, fluffy potatoes.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts – the best side of veggies, IMO! Caramelized and delicious.
Homemade Cranberry Sauce – is an easy and tasty recipe that anyone can make!

You’ll also want to put this homemade crock pot stuffing recipe on your must-make list!

Pro Tip

Every slow cooker cooks at a slightly different temperature. That’s why there’s a range for the recipe. Get to know your slow cooker and adjust the time accordingly. 

Recipe FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs in the recipe?

Yes, chicken thighs are wonderful for making slow-cooker chicken and stuffing. They add a nice, rich flavor.

Should I use boneless or bone-in chicken for this recipe?

For ease of serving, we recommend boneless, skinless chicken in this recipe.

What size crockpot should I use for this recipe?

This chicken and stuffing recipe recipe is designed for a 6-quart crock pot.

Can I open the crockpot during cooking to check on the progress or stir the ingredients?

Opening the lid of your crock pot during cooking extends the cooking time by at least a half hour, so we don’t recommend it.

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Plate full of chicken and stuffing.
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Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Recipe

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Enjoy a comforting dinner of Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing. It’s an easy recipe with tender chicken, savory stuffing, and vegetables in creamy gravy. 
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Ingredients
 

  • 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups green beans, we like to use fresh, but frozen will also work
  • 1 ½ – 2 pounds boneless,skinless chicken breasts , chicken thighs are also good
  • 1 10.75-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 10.75-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • ¼ cup water, or chicken stock
  • 1 6-ounce box of dry stuffing mix
  • ¼ cup butter
  • sea salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Stuffing Ingredients

  • ½ cup onions, diced
  • ½ cup celery, diced
  • ½ cup mushrooms, chopped
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup cooked sausage, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. 
  • Place the carrots and green beans on the bottom of the slow cooker. 
  • Place chicken on top of vegetables and season it with salt and pepper.
  • Add the dry stuffing mix on top of the chicken and soup mixture. Drizzle with melted butter. 
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 5-6 hours or 2.5-3 hours on HIGH heat. 

Notes

  • This recipe works best in a 6-quart crock pot. 
  • If using frozen green beans, add them halfway through the cooking time, so they don’t get too soft.
  • Most newer crockpots run hot. You may need to increase the cooking time if you have an older slow cooker.
FRIDGE – Store your crockpot chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
FREEZER – This is a great recipe to freeze. Simple cook, cool, and then store in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. 
Nutritional information is approximate (and includes only the main ingredients) and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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Calories: 548kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 56g, Fat: 32g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 190mg, Sodium: 196mg, Potassium: 760mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 5805IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 55mg, Iron: 2mg
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