Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach, a delightful twist on the traditional dish. This version combines tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious creamy sauce infused with rich spices and herbs, all made effortlessly in your slow cooker. The addition of fresh spinach not only boosts the nutritional profile but also enhances the vibrant presentation. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this hearty recipe is sure to become a favorite that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 12 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice onion.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy; set aside (optional).
- In your slow cooker, add chicken, onion, garlic, and crispy bacon (if used).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour sauce over chicken mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender.
- Stir in spinach about 15 minutes before serving until wilted.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg