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Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing with Green Beans

Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing with Green Beans

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-free option available, dairy-free option available

Description

This Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing with Green Beans recipe is a cozy, fuss-free meal perfect for weeknights. Combining tender chicken, fluffy stuffing, and crisp green beans, it’s a set-it-and-forget-it dinner that offers comforting flavors with minimal prep. Ideal for busy families or anyone craving a hearty home-cooked meal, it’s delicious, nutritious, and family-friendly.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 2 to 3 chicken breasts or thighs (bone-in for extra flavor recommended)

Vegetables

  • 2 cups fresh green beans (or frozen green beans)

Other Ingredients

  • 1 box of stuffing mix (about 6 ounces; choose preferred brand or gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil/plant-based spread for dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 packet onion soup mix or seasoning blend (about 1 ounce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your chicken and seasonings: Start by seasoning your chicken breasts or thighs with a little salt and pepper. If using onion soup mix or seasoning blend, sprinkle it evenly over the chicken for instant flavor.
  2. Layer the crock pot: Place the green beans at the bottom of the crock pot to create a fresh, crisp base. Add the seasoned chicken on top so the juices can infuse the veggies as it cooks.
  3. Add broth and butter: Pour chicken broth evenly over the chicken and green beans. Dot the dish with butter pieces to melt during cooking, enriching the flavors with creamy goodness.
  4. Add the stuffing mix: Sprinkle the stuffing mix on top of the chicken and broth layer, allowing it to absorb moisture and become fluffy without turning mushy.
  5. Cook and serve: Set the crock pot to low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender. Before serving, gently stir the mixture to combine flavors and textures beautifully.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for extra flavor and juiciness.
  • Don’t lift the lid too often to prevent heat loss and longer cooking time.
  • Prep the night before by assembling ingredients in the crock pot insert, then cover and refrigerate.
  • If stuffing becomes soggy, drain excess liquid before serving.
  • Fresh green beans hold texture better than frozen after slow cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Find it online: https://cooktune.com/crock-pot-chicken-and-stuffing-with-green-beans/