Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Chicken


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Make delicious chicken and broccoli with plenty of cheese right in the slow cooker. Wonderful over rice for a complete meal.

Easy chicken recipes are a must! Also, try my Pesto Mozzarella Chicken Pasta or Artichoke Mushroom Chicken recipes.

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My mom would make her famous cheesy broccoli chicken recipe at least once a month. Her recipe took way longer to put together but it was made with love. Here is my easy version I like to make in the slow cooker and we serve it over jasmine rice.

broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, mushrooms, onion, cheese and diced chicken on a table.

How to make Cheesy Broccoli Chicken:

  1. Start with cubed boneless skinless chicken breasts. You can leave them whole and shred them at the end if desired.
  2. Next add lots of mushrooms and onions.
  3. Add about 2 heads of broccoli, you can even use and cut up the stem.
  4. Then add cream of mushroom soup (2 cans) and broccoli. Top with cheese (save some cheese for servings as well).
four photo collage of how to make cheesy broccoli chicken

How long do I cook?

  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours. Serve over rice.

Can I add uncooked rice to this?

  • Standard rice does not cook right in the slow cooker, the rice will end up gummy and chalky.
  • This dish is best served over rice that is made on the stove-top or rice-maker.
done cooking cheesy broccoli chicken in slow cooker with salad on the side.

Can I use frozen broccoli?

  • Frozen broccoli works great in this recipe.
  • Use 4-6 cups of frozen broccoli.

Can I use cream of chicken instead of mushroom?

  • If you or someone you are making this for does not like cream of mushroom soup and cream of chicken can be used instead.
  • You can also leave out the fresh mushrooms too if you do not like mushrooms at all.

More chicken recipes for your slow cooker:

white bowl with cheesy broccoli chicken in it

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cheesy broccoli chicken in slow cooker with wooden spoon in it.

Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Chicken

4.10 from 11 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Chicken and broccoli in a creamy sauce and topped with cheese. Great served over rice.

Ingredients 
 

  • 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 4-6 cups broccoli florets, (about 2 small heads, you can cut and use the stems too)
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided) , This is an 8 ounce package
  • 21 oz. cream of mushroom soup, (two 10.5-oz. cans)

For serving:

  • steamed white rice

Instructions 

  • Add the diced chicken to the slow cooker. If you prefer not to dice your chicken you can leave them whole and shred them at the end of the cooking time.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with the salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder.
  • Add the mushrooms, onion and broccoli on top of the chicken.
  • Spread over the cream of mushroom soup.
  • Sprinkle over HALF of the cheese.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours.
  • Serve over rice with a sprinkle of cheese. ENJOY!

How to Video

Sarah’s Notes

Can I add uncooked rice to this?
  • Standard rice does not cook right in the slow cooker, the rice will end up gummy and chalky.
  • This dish is best served over rice that is made on the stove-top or rice-maker.
Can I use frozen broccoli instead of fresh?
  • Frozen broccoli works great in this recipe.
  • Use 4-6 cups of frozen broccoli.
Can I use cream of chicken soup instead of mushroom?
  • If you or someone you are making this for does not like cream of mushroom soup and cream of chicken can be used instead.
  • You can leave out the fresh mushrooms too if you do not like mushrooms at all.
Nutritional values do not include rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1479mg | Potassium: 905mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 790IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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59 Comments

  1. Anonymous says:

    Can you freeze the leftovers?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I don’t see why not!

  2. Anonymous says:

    When do you put in the rest of the cheese?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      You add cheese on top of each serving.

  3. Anonymous says:

    2 stars
    If I am using frozen broccoli should I defrost it first?

    Than you

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      No, it will thaw quickly in the slow cooker.

  4. Liz Sprang says:

    I just made this today. Cooked on low for six hours and itโ€™s really watery underneath everything. I donโ€™t know why.

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Did you use thawed chicken?

  5. Lindsey says:

    I added a heaping spoonful of sour cream. Canโ€™t wait to see how that turns out!

  6. Ariel says:

    5 stars
    Do you think adding cooked penne at the end would be good?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, I think that’s a great idea.

  7. Mrscrpotts says:

    Can this be made in the instant pot?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I have not tried, unsure if there is enough liquid.

  8. James Grossman says:

    5 stars
    Came out great! I served over farro

  9. Lisa says:

    I have a chicken casserole recipe that my son loves. I make it every thanksgiving (just for him). Iโ€™ve never made it in the crock pot and with large thanksgiving group I need a place to keep it warm. Your recipe is very similar to mine except I use 1 tsp of curry and 1 cup mayo with COC soup. Is it possible to use curry & mayo with your recipe? I donโ€™t have time to test it before the big day.

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, that will work fine!

  10. Kelly says:

    Can I add bacon to this recipe half way in as bacon bits cooked?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      yes, that will work fine.