Crockpot Cheesy Chicken and Sausage (Print version)
Tender chicken, smoky kielbasa, potatoes, and cheddar cook together in a rich crockpot sauce for an easy family dinner.
# Ingredients:
For the crockpot base
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10 small red potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
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14 oz (400 g) kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into thin rounds
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1 small white onion, diced
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2 cups (225 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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Nonstick cooking spray or 1 teaspoon oil, for the crockpot
For the creamy sauce
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken with herbs soup
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1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
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1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup (55 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, for topping
# Instructions:
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Lightly grease a 6-quart slow cooker insert with nonstick spray or a thin coating of oil.
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Add the diced potatoes, chicken, kielbasa, onion, and 2 cups of cheddar to the crockpot. Stir gently to distribute the chicken and sausage evenly.
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In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Pour the sauce over the crockpot mixture and fold until everything is coated. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar over the top.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the chicken reaches 165°F.
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Turn off the slow cooker and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes. Stir gently, taste for salt and pepper, and serve warm.
# Good to know:
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Use a 6-quart slow cooker for even cooking and enough room to stir.
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Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes so they finish at the same time as the chicken.
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For a browned top, transfer to an oven-safe dish and broil for 1-2 minutes after cooking.