Description
Indulge in this creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken and fresh broccoli, all simmered to perfection in your crockpot for a hassle-free, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Season them generously with onion powder and garlic powder.
- Add the Broccoli: Layer the fresh broccoli florets on top of the seasoned chicken.
- Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken and broccoli.
- Cheese It Up: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Cook It Low and Slow: Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low heat for about 6-8 hours or on high heat for about 3-4 hours.
- Serve It Right: Once cooked, serve hot over rice or pasta, drizzling any remaining sauce from the crockpot over each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: - For variation, substitute broccoli with cauliflower or carrots. - Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or gouda for unique flavors. - Add cooked pasta or rice directly into the crockpot for a heartier meal.