Slow Cooker Chicken and Cornbread Dressing Casserole (Print version)

Tender chicken cooked under creamy, savory cornbread dressing in the slow cooker for an easy family comfort meal.

# Ingredients:

For the chicken

01 - 2 lb (900 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
06 - Nonstick cooking spray or 1 teaspoon oil, for the slow cooker

For the dressing layer

07 - 4 tablespoons (56 g) butter
08 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
09 - 2 celery ribs, diced
10 - 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) condensed cream of chicken soup
11 - 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) condensed cream of celery soup
12 - 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
13 - 12 oz (340 g) cornbread stuffing mix
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Coat a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or a thin layer of oil. Arrange the chicken breasts in one even layer.
02 - Sprinkle the chicken with poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
04 - Whisk the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and chicken broth in a bowl until smooth. Pour about two-thirds of the sauce over the chicken.
05 - Stir the cornbread stuffing mix and cooked vegetables into the remaining sauce. Spoon the mixture over the chicken without pressing it down.
06 - Lay doubled paper towels over the top of the slow cooker insert, then place the lid on top. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F and the dressing is set.
07 - Remove the lid and paper towels. Let the casserole stand uncovered for 10-15 minutes, then fluff the dressing lightly and sprinkle with parsley.

# Good to know:

01 - Use a 6-quart slow cooker for the best layer thickness.
02 - Do not stir during cooking or the dressing can become dense.
03 - Chicken is done when the thickest piece reaches 165°F.

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