5 Ingredients to Heavenly Crockpot Chicken!

by Smokin' & Grillin with AB

Published 15 April 2026Original video

This heavenly crockpot chicken recipe proves that you don't need a long list of ingredients to create a truly satisfying meal. With just 5 simple ingredients, you can have tender, flavourful chicken ready with minimal effort. Simply pop everything into your slow cooker and let it work its magic whilst you get on with your day. It's the kind of comforting dish your whole family will love, and they'll be coming back for seconds every time.

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Original video by Smokin' & Grillin with AB42k likes on YouTube
10 mins
Prep time
6 hrs
Slow cook (Low)
3 hrs
Slow cook (High)
4
Serves
6 hrs 10 mins
Total (Low)
Slow cooker setting:Low 6 hours or High 3 hours

Original method: Slow cooker recipe (no adaptation needed)

Ingredients

Servings:
4
Units:

Main

  • 1000 g bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks

    Exact cut of chicken to be confirmed from original recipe

  • 295 g cream of chicken soup (condensed)

    1 tin — ingredient to be confirmed

  • 2 tbsp seasoning or BBQ rub

    AB uses her own signature rub; use your favourite all-purpose seasoning — exact seasoning to be confirmed

  • 60 g butter, sliced

    Ingredient to be confirmed from original recipe

  • 120 ml chicken stock

    Ingredient to be confirmed from original recipe

Method

  1. 1

    Season the chicken pieces generously on all sides with the seasoning or BBQ rub.

    ~5 mins

    Tip: Ensure the chicken is evenly coated for the best flavour.

  2. 2

    Place the seasoned chicken into the slow cooker. Pour the cream of chicken soup and chicken stock over the top, then dot with slices of butter.

    ~3 mins
  3. 3

    Cover with the lid and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender. The internal temperature should reach at least 74°C (165°F).

    Tip: Use a food thermometer to check the chicken is safely cooked.

  4. 4

    Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Stir the sauce and spoon it over the chicken when serving.

    ~2 mins

    Tip: Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favourite side.

Nutrition

Detailed nutritional information is coming soon. For now, we recommend using a tool like MyFitnessPal to calculate values for your specific brands and quantities.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can, but be aware that chicken breasts are leaner and may dry out more easily in the slow cooker. Bone-in, skin-on pieces tend to stay juicier over the long cooking time. If using breasts, check them a little earlier to avoid overcooking.

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