
Imagine tender, juicy chicken simmering all day with savory stuffing and your favorite veggies, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas. This Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Dinner is the ultimate easy comfort meal that practically makes itself while you focus on your day. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want a hearty, wholesome dinner with zero fuss.
Every bite is warm, satisfying, and packed with classic flavors that make your family feel right at home.
💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses simple pantry ingredients you probably already have
- Hands-off cooking—just set it and forget it
- Juicy chicken that falls apart perfectly
- Comforting stuffing infused with savory herbs and veggies
- Great for meal prep or feeding a crowd
📝 Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Dinner Recipe
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–5 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
Calories: ~400 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 (6 oz) box herb-flavored stuffing mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, etc.)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🍲 Instructions
Spray your crock pot with non-stick spray. Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crock pot.
In a medium bowl, combine the stuffing mix, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, chopped onion, garlic, mixed vegetables, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Pour the stuffing mixture evenly over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the stuffing is moist and flavorful.
Once done, shred the chicken gently and mix with the stuffing before serving. Enjoy warm!
🍽 Tips & Variations
- Use fresh veggies if you prefer—just chop them small so they cook fully
- Swap cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or a dairy-free alternative
- Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for extra brightness
- Top with shredded cheese in the last 10 minutes for a melty finish
- Use thighs for more juicy, flavorful meat

Ingredients
Method
- Place the chopped onion, celery, carrots, and garlic in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Sprinkle the stuffing mix evenly over the vegetables.
- Add dried thyme, sage, salt, and pepper over the stuffing.
- Pour chicken broth evenly over the stuffing mixture but do not stir.
- Place chicken pieces on top of the stuffing.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Optionally, remove the lid in the last 30 minutes to let the chicken skin crisp up (if using skin-on thighs).
- Serve chicken over the savory stuffing and vegetables, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Just add about 30 minutes to the cooking time and check for doneness.
Traditional stuffing mix contains gluten. Use a gluten-free stuffing mix to make it gluten-free.
Yes. Prepare the stuffing mixture and chicken, then refrigerate overnight. Cook in the crock pot the next day.
Cool leftovers quickly and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Absolutely. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
🌟 Comfort Food Made Easy
This Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing Dinner is everything you want in a cozy, home-cooked meal—juicy chicken, hearty stuffing, and flavorful veggies all mingling together in one pot. It’s the perfect recipe for busy days when you still want to serve up something warm, satisfying, and made with love.