Tender Crockpot Chicken Pot Roast: Simple Dinner (Print Version)
Make tender Crockpot Chicken Pot Roast for an easy, comforting dinner. Slow-cooked chicken and veggies in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy nights.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 360 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 380 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ Main Players
01 -
2-3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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1 ½ lbs small Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
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3-4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
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2 celery stalks, chopped
→ Flavor Foundations
05 -
1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
06 -
4-5 cloves garlic, minced (or more!)
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3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 -
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
→ Seasonings & Thickener
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp dried rosemary
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp cold water (for slurry)
→ Finishing Touches
13 -
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get all your potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion chopped. Don't stress about making them perfectly uniform; this is rustic, home-style cooking! I always accidentally leave one potato piece a bit bigger than the rest, but honestly, it just adds character. The aroma of fresh vegetables being prepped really sets the stage for what’s to come, getting those kitchen good vibes going.
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Next, pat your chicken thighs dry with a paper towel – this is a small step, but it helps the seasonings really stick. Then, give them a generous rub-down with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. I sometimes get a little heavy-handed with the herbs, but for this dish, it just adds to the comforting flavor. It’s okay if some falls off, it’ll just season the sauce!
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If you have an extra 10 minutes, sear the chicken skin-side down in a hot skillet for a few minutes until it’s beautifully golden brown. This step, while optional, adds so much incredible depth of flavor to your Crockpot Chicken Pot Roast. I once tried to skip it to save time, and while it was still good, it just didn’t have that rich, complex taste. Trust me, it’s worth the tiny bit of extra effort!
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Now for the fun part: layering! Place your seared chicken (or unseared, no judgment here!) at the bottom of your slow cooker. Then, scatter all those chopped potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic over and around the chicken. It’ll look like a colorful, delicious mess, but that’s exactly what we’re going for! I love seeing all the fresh ingredients piled up, knowing they're about to transform.
05 -
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and the cream of chicken soup. Give it a gentle stir just to combine the liquids, but don't worry about mixing everything perfectly; the slow cooker will do its magic. Cover your crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. My kitchen starts smelling absolutely incredible during this stage, like a warm, savory hug – it's the best part of the wait!
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Once the chicken is fall-apart tender, carefully remove it from the crockpot. In a small bowl, whisk together about 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water to make a slurry. Stir this into the simmering sauce in the crockpot and cook on high for another 15-20 minutes until it’s beautifully thickened. Shred the chicken, return it to the pot, and stir in fresh chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasonings – this is where you make it truly *yours*!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overcrowd your slow cooker, or everything won't cook evenly; I've learned this the hard way with dense, undercooked veggies.
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For super easy cleanup, use a slow cooker liner – it's a total game-changer, trust me on this!
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Always taste and adjust your seasonings at the end; what works for me might not be exactly right for your palate.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
6-quart slow cooker or Crockpot
02 -
large skillet (optional for searing)
03 -
cutting board
04 -
sharp knife
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measuring cups and spoons
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whisk
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 450 kcal
Total Fat: 25 g
Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
Protein: 30 g