Some days just call for a no-fuss dinner that practically cooks itself! And this Crockpot Golden Mushroom Chicken is exactly that! Juicy chicken breasts slow cook in a rich golden mushroom gravy with savory seasoning, Dijon mustard, and tender mushrooms until they're melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
This easy slow cooker shredded chicken recipe is pure comfort food magic! Creamy, hearty, and made with simple pantry ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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Slow cooker chicken with rich mushroom gravy
What makes this dish so hard to resist is the way everything comes together into one glossy, savory sauce that clings to every bite. The Montreal seasoning adds just enough bold flavor to keep it interesting, and those little packets of gravy give the sauce body without any extra work on your part.
This is the kind of slow cooker meal that tastes like you hovered over the stove all afternoon - even though the crockpot did the heavy lifting. It's dependable, hands-off, and delivers that rich, homestyle flavor every single time. If you enjoy this style of simple, gravy-forward dinner, you'll want to check out my Crockpot Chicken and Gravy too! It has that same easy comfort-food appeal with just as little effort.
Crockpot Golden Mushroom Chicken
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts 3-4 chicken breasts
- 1 ½ teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
- 4 ounce sliced mushrooms drained
- 10.5 ounce can golden mushroom condensed soup do not dilute
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 .87 packets chicken gravy
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
Instructions
- Spray the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
- Lay the chicken in the crockpot. Season with Montreal steak seasoning. Sprinkle the sliced mushrooms over the chicken.
- In a small mixing bowl whisk together the golden mushroom soup, gravy seasoning mix, chicken broth and mustard until combined. Pour over the chicken.
- Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, on high for 4-5 hours.
- When the chicken is tender and cooked, remove and shred. Add the chicken back to the crockpot with the sauce. Serve over baked or mashed potatoes, rice or egg noodles. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
It can be on the savory side. If you're sensitive to salt, use low-sodium chicken broth and taste the sauce before adding any extra seasoning. You can always add more, but you can't take it out.
If your sauce seems thinner than you'd like, remove the lid during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking to let it reduce slightly. You can also stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water) and cook on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken it up.
The key to lump-free gravy
Whisk the gravy packets thoroughly into the broth before adding it to the slow cooker. If the dry mix isn't fully dissolved, it can clump during cooking and leave little pockets of seasoning. A smooth, fully blended sauce at the start gives you a silkier finish at the end.
Repurpose your leftovers
Leftovers might be the best part of this meal, especially when you give them a little glow-up. For an easy open-faced hot chicken sandwich, toast thick slices of bread, pile on the shredded chicken, and spoon plenty of that savory sauce right over the top. If you really want to lean into comfort-food territory, add a scoop of mashed potatoes before drizzling on more sauce. It's hearty, comforting and tastes like something you'd order at a small-town diner.
Or turn it into a shortcut chicken pot pie. Stir in a handful of frozen mixed vegetables, pour everything into a baking dish, and top with refrigerated pie crust or crescent roll dough. Bake until golden and bubbly, and you've transformed leftovers into a whole new dinner that feels planned from the start.
More easy slow cooker chicken dinners
If you love this easy slow cooker chicken, there are a few more homestyle favorites you'll want to add to your rotation. My Crockpot Lemon Pepper Chicken is bright and savory with a fresh citrus kick, while Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken brings rich, beefy flavor with tender onions and plenty of melty goodness.
And if you're in the mood for something slightly sweet with a tangy twist, Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken hits that sweet-and-savory balance beautifully. All three are simple, dependable crockpot dinners made with everyday ingredients - the kind you can set in the morning and feel good about serving at night!
What to serve with Golden Mushroom Chicken
This cozy crockpot chicken is all about giving that savory sauce a place to land. Spoon it generously over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy white rice, or buttery egg noodles so every bite is coated. It's equally delicious piled onto a baked potato or even thick slices of toast for a comfort-food spin.
Add a simple green salad, steamed green beans, or roasted carrots on the side to balance the richness and you've got a complete, satisfying dinner without any extra fuss.
A recipe worth making again
When you need a dinner that's low effort but still delivers big comfort, this crockpot golden mushroom chicken checks every box. It's hearty, dependable, and built from simple ingredients that come together into something that tastes like you planned ahead.
Add it to your weeknight rotation, make it for Sunday supper, or tuck it away for leftovers that feel brand new the next day. Give it a try and let me know how you serve yours - I love hearing how you make these recipes your own.
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