Boneless Chicken Crock Pot Recipes

If you’re like me, there are days when the thought of standing over the stove sounds like a lot. That’s when the crock pot becomes a kitchen lifesaver. And when boneless chicken is involved? Even better. Whether you use breasts or thighs, these slow cooker meals are juicy, tasty, and easy. Just toss everything in, go about your day, and return to dinner done right.

In this post, I’ll share one of my favourite boneless chicken crock pot recipes creamy garlic chicken. I’ll also drop tips and variations so you can mix things up without starting from scratch every time.

Why We Love Boneless Chicken in the Crock Pot?

Boneless chicken is a crock pot favorite for a reason. It cooks evenly and stays juicy—especially when you use thighs. Without any bones to deal with, prep is quicker and cleanup is a breeze. It’s also super versatile. Once cooked, it shreds easily. This makes it great for tacos, rice bowls, wraps, and pasta. Plus, it’s great for batch cooking, so you can make a big batch once and enjoy it throughout the week in different ways.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you need for the base recipe:

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ cup heavy cream (add this at the end)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)

Optional add-ins:

• Baby spinach
• Mushrooms
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Grated parmesan

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Place chicken in your crock pot. Drizzle olive oil on top.

Step 2: Sprinkle garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on the chicken.

Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth. Cover and cook:

• On LOW for 6–7 hours
• Or on HIGH for 3–4 hours

Step 4: When chicken is fully cooked, stir in the heavy cream.

Step 5: Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then stir it into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.

Step 6 (optional): Add extras like spinach, mushrooms, or parmesan. Let it cook for another 10–15 minutes.

Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles—or just with a side of crusty bread to scoop up that dreamy sauce.

Tips & Variations

Switch It Up	How To Do It
Use chicken breasts	Reduce cook time by 30 minutes
Add heat	Toss in red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños
Make it dairy-free	Swap cream with coconut milk or cashew cream
Go low-carb	Serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice
Add veggies	Throw in chopped bell peppers or green beans

What to Serve with Crock Pot Boneless Chicken

• Steamed rice – a perfect base to soak up the sauce
• Mashed potatoes – comfort food at its best
• Buttered egg noodles – cozy and classic
• Fresh green salad – for a light contrast
• Garlic bread – because more garlic = more happiness

Storage & Reheating

You can store any leftover creamy garlic boneless chicken for later. Just place them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. If you want to save it longer, it freezes well for up to 2 months. Just be sure it’s completely cooled before you freeze it.

When you’re ready to reheat, warm it up on the stovetop or in the microwave. Adding a bit of chicken broth or cream will restore that rich, saucy texture without making it dry.

Final Thoughts

Crock pot boneless chicken recipes are all about ease and flavor. You don’t need fancy ingredients or hours in the kitchen to pull off a meal your family will love. Try this once, and I promise you’ll be adding it to your weekly rotation.