This slow cooker chicken thighs recipe makes savory chicken in a rich and creamy sauce.

Mushrooms, onion, garlic, and a can of mushroom soup with a handful of seasonings are all it takes for a delicious dish that’s quick and easy!

Crockpot chicken thighs come out tender and juicy and full of savory flavor.

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Make This Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe Because…

  • The mushrooms, onions, and garlic give this an earthy flavorful base.
  • The chicken thighs add a savory hearty richness.
  • The luscious sauce combines creaminess with mildly tangy undertones.
  • Just a few ingredients and 4 easy steps are all it takes to get this recipe on the table fast.

Ingredients

Chicken: Bone-in chicken thighs are flavorful, moist, and tender and are the perfect size for individual servings.

Mustard Sauce: This recipe is all about the rich and savory-flavored mustard sauce mixed with the mushroom soup. Look for darker, grainy mustards like stone-ground, Dijon, or a sweet-spicy variety.

Mushrooms: Mushrooms are perfect for soaking up all that delicious sauce, but you could also add in some chopped spinach, kale, or a bag of mixed veggies for more texture and flavor.

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

  1. Place mushrooms, onion, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. Season chicken (recipe below) and place over mushrooms.
  3. Mix soup and broth and pour over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook.

Serving and Storage Solutions

  • Meal prep this crockpot fave and serve over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes all week.
  • Serve with homemade dinner rolls to soak up all that savory sauce.
  • Keep leftover slow cooker chicken in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freeze portions (with sauce) in zippered bags for up to one month.

Timesavers

  • Use a crock pot liner to save time on cleanup.
  • Choose chicken thighs that are the same size so they cook evenly. Skinless is best, so the sauce stays non-greasy and appetizing.
  • Using a meat thermometer is the best way to cook perfect chicken every time. Insert the probe into the thickest part of the thigh. It should register 165°F for safe consumption

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Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe

Slow cooker chicken thighs are a comforting meal with a luscious and creamy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Author The Shortcut Kitchen

Equipment

4 Qt Slow Cooker
Crockpot slow cooker

Ingredients  

  • 8 ounces mushrooms halved
  • ½ cup onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 chicken thighs bone in and skinless
  • ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions 

  • Place mushrooms, onions, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, thyme, and Dijon mustard. Place over mushrooms
  • Mix the mushroom soup and chicken broth and add to the crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

Notes

  • Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165˚F for save consumption. Use an instant-read digital meat thermometer for an accurate reading. 
  • Using a Crock-Pot liner is a great way to save on clean up!  
  • Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days, or freeze cooled chicken with the sauce in zippered bags for up to 4 weeks.
  • Use chicken thighs (or preferred pieces) the same size so they cook at the same rate.
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Nutrition Information

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 604mg | Potassium: 460mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American

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    1. Hi Monique, that should work fine but boneless chicken thighs do not take as long to cook so you will want to watch the cook time to ensure you are not overcooking the chicken. I hope that helps!