Slow Cooker Chicken with Stuffing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 pound)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 onion, chopped (1/2 pound)
• 1 celery stalk, chopped (1/4 pound)
• 1 carrot, chopped (1/4 pound)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (1 teaspoon)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1 cup stuffing mix (6 ounces)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
2. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, carrot, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the white wine (if using) and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in the stuffing mix and parsley (if using) and cook for 2 minutes more.
5. Pour the stuffing mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
6. Pour the chicken broth over the stuffing.
7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the stuffing is heated through.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 chicken breast with 1/4 cup stuffing):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy chicken
• Flavorful and aromatic stuffing
• Versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides
• Easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights

User Comments:

• "This was such a delicious and easy dinner! The chicken was so moist and the stuffing was perfect." - Sarah
• "I loved the flavor of the stuffing with the chicken. It was a great way to use up leftover stuffing." - John
• "This dish is a definite keeper! It's simple to make and always turns out great." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving. The internal temperature should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with an equal amount of chicken broth.
• If you don't have fresh parsley, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of dried parsley.