Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Delight Recipe
This Irresistible Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Delight is a hearty, comforting slow-cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered with broccoli, a creamy condensed soup base, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for an effortless meal that combines protein, veggies, and rich cheesy flavor all in one pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 lbs Chicken Breast
- 4 cups Broccoli Florets
Dairy and Soup
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream Soup, condensed (such as cream of chicken or cream of mushroom)
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place two pounds of chicken breasts evenly in the slow cooker to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Add the Soup: Pour the can of condensed cream soup over the chicken, spreading it evenly to coat the meat.
- Mix in the Broccoli: Add four cups of broccoli florets on top of the chicken and soup, distributing them evenly to get tender during cooking.
- Season: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the ingredients for enhanced flavor.
- Pour in the Broth: Carefully add one cup of chicken broth to combine the ingredients and maintain moisture while cooking.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Add Cheese: Once cooking is complete, shred the chicken inside the crockpot using forks, then stir in two cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Add any additional garnishes such as fresh herbs or extra cheese if desired, then serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Shredding the chicken inside the crockpot helps soak up all the flavors for a creamier dish.
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli florets; frozen can be added directly without thawing.
- For a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to let some liquid evaporate.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger families or meal prep.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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