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Small Thanksgiving Dinner for Four

Who says you need a giant turkey and a full day in the kitchen to pull off Thanksgiving? This cozy slow cooker chicken and stuffing dinner tastes like the real deal, but with way less effort—and way more time for pie.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Course Main Course
Servings 4

EQUIPMENT (PAID LINKS)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boxes Stove Top cornbread stuffing mix
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • 2 large chicken breasts about 1 pound each
  • 1 tablespoon butter or 2 teaspoons minimum

Instructions

  • Mix Stuffing: Add the stuffing mix to the slow cooker. Stir in the diced onion, diced celery, chicken broth, and water until everything is combined and moistened.
    2 boxes Stove Top cornbread stuffing mix, 1 can, 1 ½ cups water, ½ cup diced onion, ½ cup diced celery
  • Add Chicken: Lay the chicken breasts on top of the stuffing. Dot the chicken with small bits of butter. (You can swap in turkey breast or chicken thighs if you prefer.)
    2 large chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon butter
  • Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and falling apart. Check halfway through to make sure the stuffing isn’t too dry—add a splash of water if needed.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Scoop out generous portions of stuffing and chicken for a comforting, no-fuss Thanksgiving dinner.