The possibilities that surround a slow cooker chicken dinner are endless—and we aren’t speaking metaphorically here. It never fails to surprise, impress and inspire us just how many exciting chicken recipes are out there…and how even the simplest of dinners can have the ability to feed an atmosphere of delight and conviviality.
These slow cooker chicken recipes epitomize everything that we love about chicken—fresh, simple and incredibly budget-friendly. Now we finally understand why little chickens have a habit of shouting out ‘Cheap! Cheap! Cheap!’
Slow cooker chicken teriyakiTeriyaki chicken is one of my all-time favorite Asian dishes, and never expected I could make it at home! It's actually quite easy, though. All it takes is a slow cooker and a few household ingredients to make your own Teriyaki chicken that's even better than at the restaurant! See how easy it is by watching this video below.
Slow cooker coconut chickenThis coconut chicken recipe is a popular Indian dish, and one of the most comforting things you can come home to on a busy day. Chicken is stewed in tomatoes, coconut milk, and hot or mild curry spices, making it perfect for smothering over steamed rice or, for a twist, piling into tacos.
You can leave the peppers out for a truly set-it-and-forget-it meal, but I find that green and red peppers bring more color to the dish, and give it a little bit of texture. And if you're using a hotter curry spice, the sweetness of the pepper will help tame the heat. Check out this video below.
Slow cooker creamy bacon ranch chickenChicken, cream cheese, bacon and ranch dressing all over pasta? Ummm — yes, please! This creamy bacon ranch chicken is sure to be a hit at home or at a party, and it's super easy to make. In this recipe, we toss everything with penne for a creamy pasta dish. If you're not in the mood for pasta, you can skip the pasta and use the chicken mixture to make a sandwich with your favorite bread or burger buns.
Cream cheese goes with everything. It's extremely versatile, working well in both savory and sweet dishes. Even slathered as is on any type of bread tastes great. The cream cheese in this video adds a super richness, and pairing it with the pepperoncini peppers brings just enough spice to cut the creaminess. The bacon gives it just the right amount of smokiness. Tossing the saucy chicken with pasta makes this recipe a simple, hearty meal everyone will love.
Slow cooker easy chicken and dumplingsChicken and biscuits is the perfect winter meal, and the recipe below is perfect for the next cold, snow day. My mom used to throw this on before we'd go skiing. After a long day on the slopes, we'd come home to this great meal!
And it's incredibly easy! A few quick steps, some simple ingredients, some roll out canned biscuits. Eight hours later, you have an incredible meal that everyone will love. See it come together in this video.
Slow cooker chicken and mushroom stroganoff Stroganoff is a dish that originates from Russia and typically includes beef strips, sour cream and egg noodles. In the recipe below, you'll find that this dish has been lightened up slightly, using chicken in place of the red meat, and doing away with the sour cream entirely.
But don't think that means it skimps on flavor, as cream cheese steps in to give the sauce its body and to fill you with comforting goodness. And you won't miss the beef either, as mushrooms give this dish the heartiness any good stroganoff needs. Check out this video below.
Slow cooker brown sugar chickenSimple and delicious. That's the name of the game when it comes to this brown sugar chicken dish. This is a great anytime dish that your family and friends will be dying for after you make it the first time. With Asian flavors and ingredients, you can serve this up instead of ordering takeout, and no one will know the difference!
Start by adding everything except the chicken into your slow cooker. The brown sugar and soy sauce bring a rich, sweet flavor, while the ginger and chili flakes add a touch of spice. By adding cornstarch before you cook, you will get a slightly thick and silky sauce to cover the chicken. Add your chicken, set it and forget it! Serve this wonderful slow-cooked chicken dish over a side of garlic rice, and you have an amazing complete meal that your family will be drooling over! This video below will help guide you through the process.
Slow cooker chicken burrito bowlWhen you're in the mood for a Mexican feast, skip the takeout menu and the extra cooking vessels and instead try out this incredible one-pot slow cooker chicken burrito bowl. This recipe is the perfect dish to spice up any dinner table, and it can be served beautifully with a variety of fresh garnishes.
The combination of chicken, rice, tomatoes, corn and black beans in this delicious looking video harnesses all of the amazing flavors of a brilliant burrito, while cooking away seamlessly in your slow cooker. Allow for the beautiful fragrances to gently waft from your kitchen as you sit back, relax and wait for this amazing slow cooker dinner to cook itself to perfection.
