Slow Cooker Chicken W Apple Pecan Stuffing

Infuse your kitchen with the warm, comforting flavors of autumn with this Slow Cooker Chicken with Apple Pecan Stuffing recipe. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are nestled atop a bed of fragrant stuffing, packed with the natural sweetness of sautéed apples, the crunch of pecans, and the savory depth of thyme and sage. This one-pot dish not only simplifies dinner with its hands-off slow cooker method but also guarantees a burst of seasonal flavors in every bite. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as a unique twist on holiday feasts, this recipe combines ease and elegance to delight any crowd. With just 25 minutes of prep and 4 hours of slow cooking, it’s a stress-free way to bring an irresistibly wholesome meal to the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:265 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 cup Pecans
• 2 stalks Celery
• 1 small Onion
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 4 cups Dried bread cubes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried sage
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the apples, then dice them into small pieces. Finely chop the celery and onion.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the celery, onion, and apples. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the pecans, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add the dried bread cubes. Pour in the chicken broth gradually while stirring until the stuffing is slightly moist but not soggy. Set the stuffing aside.

Step 5

Season each chicken breast with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Grease the inside of the slow cooker with 1 tablespoon of butter. Spread a layer of the stuffing mixture across the bottom.

Step 8

Nestle the chicken breasts on top of the stuffing in the slow cooker.

Step 9

Spoon any remaining stuffing around and on top of the chicken breasts.

Step 10

Dot the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over the stuffing and chicken.

Step 11

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken and stuffing from the slow cooker. Serve hot, garnished with additional pecans or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2092.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4398.8

Total Fat 176.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.9g
Cholesterol 715.6mg	0%
Sodium 6665.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 430.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 64.0g
Protein 279.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 571.3mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 3711.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 38.9%