Description

This easy and comforting Crock Pot Chicken, Gravy, and Stuffing recipe combines tender chicken with rich homemade gravy and fluffy stuffing, slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for family dinners or cozy weeknights, it uses simple pantry staples and fresh ingredients to deliver warm, savory flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 to 6 bone-in chicken thighs or breasts

Aromatics

1 medium onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced

Stuffing

1 package herb stuffing mix (6 oz)
3 tablespoons butter
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Liquid and Gravy Thickener

2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour/cornstarch for GF option)

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Base: Lightly brown the chicken thighs or breasts in a hot skillet with butter or oil to seal in flavor and enhance texture (optional but recommended). Place the browned chicken at the bottom of the crock pot.
Add Aromatics and Broth: Layer the diced onion and celery evenly over the chicken. Pour chicken broth over everything to create a flavorful liquid base that keeps the dish moist during cooking.
Mix the Stuffing: In a bowl, combine the stuffing mix with butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a small amount of chicken broth taken from the crock pot to moisten. Spread this stuffing mixture evenly on top of the chicken and vegetables.
Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and the stuffing to absorb the savory flavors.
Thicken the Gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, remove one cup of the cooking liquid. Whisk in the flour until smooth, then stir this mixture back into the crock pot. Continue cooking to thicken the gravy.

Notes

Brown the chicken beforehand to enhance flavor and texture.
Ensure enough broth is used to keep stuffing moist but not soggy.
Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme brighten the dish when added before serving.
If preferred, add stuffing mix partway through cooking to reduce sogginess.
Avoid lifting the crock pot lid unnecessarily to maintain even cooking temperature.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg

Keywords: crock pot chicken, slow cooker chicken, chicken and stuffing, comfort food, easy dinner, slow cooked gravy