This creamy crockpot mushroom chicken is comforting and perfect for busy weeknights when you do not have time for dishes. Chicken, baby potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onion and garlic slow cook in seasoned broth until tender, then get stirred with heavy cream, Parmesan and kale and finished with a squeeze of lemon. This slow cooker mushroom chicken is a cozy one-pot dinner.

More slow cooker comfort: Bourbon Peach Crockpot Meatballs.

Why You’ll Love This Crockpot Mushroom Chicken

Set it and forget it in the slow cooker.
Creamy Parmesan sauce.
Veggies and potatoes built in.
Bright finish with lemon and kale.

Ingredients for Crockpot Mushroom Chicken

The Slow Cooker Base

Chicken breast, halved baby potatoes, sliced mushrooms, carrots, yellow onion, garlic and chicken broth.

The Seasoning

Salt, black pepper and Italian seasoning.

The Creamy Finish

Heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, chopped kale and lemon juice.

Dietary note: This crockpot chicken is naturally gluten free when your broth is gluten free.

How to Make Crockpot Mushroom Chicken

Step 1: Layer the crockpot

Drizzle a little olive oil in the crockpot and layer in the chicken, potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onion and garlic.

Step 2: Add broth and seasonings

Pour in the broth and season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.

Step 3: Slow cook

Cover and cook on low 6 to 7 hours or high 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken shreds easily and the potatoes are tender.

Step 4: Make it creamy

Shred or slice the chicken, then stir in the cream and Parmesan until smooth and add the kale.

Step 5: Finish

Cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes more until the kale is tender. Finish with lemon juice and extra Parmesan.

Carly’s Expert Tips

Remove kale stems for tender greens.
Add cream at the end so it does not separate.
Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Want it soupier? Use 1 1/2 to 2 cups of broth and serve over egg noodles.

Make It Your Own

Chicken thighs: Use thighs for richer flavor.
Spinach: Swap kale for spinach.
Egg noodles: Serve over egg noodles.
Sun-dried tomato: Add sun-dried tomatoes.

Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Chop the veggies the night before. Leftovers keep for 4 days and reheat beautifully.

What to Serve With Crockpot Mushroom Chicken

Serve with crusty bread, egg noodles or a green salad.

Storing and Reheating

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Reheat on the stove with a splash of broth.

What People Ask About Crockpot Mushroom Chicken

Can I use frozen chicken?

It is safer to thaw chicken first so it cooks evenly.

Can I cook this on high?

Yes. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours.

When do I add the cream?

At the end, so it stays smooth.

Can I use chicken thighs?

Yes. Thighs stay extra tender.