Crockpot Cheesy Chicken and Sausage
A creamy and hearty dish featuring tender chicken breast, kielbasa, and buttery red potatoes in a luscious cheese sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 small small red potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes Bring a delightful nuttiness and texture.
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces Juicy and protein-packed.
- 14 oz kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into thin rounds Adds a hearty, smoky flavor.
- 1 small white onion, diced Provides a wonderful base flavor.
Cheesy Sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Essential for creaminess.
- 1 can cream of chicken with herbs soup Binds everything together.
- 1/2 cup sour cream Adds tangy creaminess.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Creates rich texture.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances comfort flavors.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For aromatic flavor.
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste Essential for balancing flavors.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds subtle heat.
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese for topping Creates a cheesy crust.
Cooking Essentials
- 1 teaspoon nonstick cooking spray or oil Necessary to prevent sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Lightly grease a 6-quart slow cooker insert with nonstick spray or oil.
- Add the diced potatoes, chicken, kielbasa, and onion to the crockpot.
- Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and stir gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the contents of the crockpot.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-7 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
Serving
- When cooking time is up, allow the meal to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Stir gently, taste for seasoning, and enjoy warm.
Notes
Consider adding fresh spinach or kale for nutrition. Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme make great garnishes. Other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots can be added for texture.