Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach
Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach is a heartwarming dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This easy recipe brings together tender chicken, a luscious creamy sauce, and the vibrant nutrition of fresh spinach—all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy a comforting meal that satisfies everyone at the table. Serve it over your choice of pasta or rice for a complete and delicious dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice, cooked separately
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces if using breasts.
- In your slow cooker, combine chicken pieces with diced onion and minced garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth and add Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place softened cream cheese on top without stirring; cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in baby spinach until just wilted.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles or rice for a hearty meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg