Slow Cooker Creamy Bacon Chicken – A Comfort Classic Made Easy
Few things say “welcome home” quite like the aroma of a savory, slow-cooked meal filling the kitchen. This Creamy Bacon Chicken recipe is exactly the kind of dish that warms the soul and quiets a busy mind. Designed for days when you want to serve something indulgent yet stress-free, it transforms a handful of familiar ingredients into a meal that feels both special and effortless. It’s the kind of slow cooker magic that lets you spend more time with your family and less time standing over a stove.
With tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich, cheesy sauce, balanced by smoky bacon and soft aromatics, this dish is perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or relaxed Sunday dinners. It pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or even low-carb options like sautéed greens or cauliflower rice. Whether you’re feeding a family of four or prepping leftovers for the week, this meal is satisfying, adaptable, and destined to become a favorite in your rotation.
Slow Cooker Creamy Bacon Chicken
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 slices bacon
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Place them in the slow cooker.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove, drain on paper towels, and crumble once cooled.
- Sauté the onion in the bacon drippings until soft, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Transfer both to the slow cooker.
- Deglaze the skillet using the chicken broth, scraping up all the flavorful browned bits. Pour into the slow cooker over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is fully cooked.
- Whisk together the heavy cream and flour until smooth. Stir this into the slow cooker along with the crumbled bacon. Cook on high for an additional 25–30 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Before serving, stir in the sour cream and shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Nutritional and Dietary Notes
This recipe is rich and comforting, offering a combination of protein from the chicken and cheese, as well as fats from cream and bacon. It’s naturally gluten-free if you substitute the flour with a cornstarch slurry and use gluten-free broth. For a lower-carb version, serve it without pasta or potatoes. While this dish isn’t low-fat or vegan-friendly, it’s incredibly satisfying and ideal for days when you want a hearty, home-cooked indulgence. You can also lighten it up slightly by using reduced-fat dairy or lean turkey bacon.
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