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Looking for a new slow cooker chicken recipe? This Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor thanks to garlic herb Boursin cheese, ranch seasoning, and pepperoncinis. The crockpot does all the work, giving you a perfectly tender chicken dinner recipe! You will love this Mississippi Chicken!
I love easy, throw in the crockpot and forget it type recipes. Zero fuss, zero work, but amazing flavor. I was inspired to create this recipe because of how much you all love my Mississippi Pot Roast recipe. It’s a reader favorite!
At first, I was going to take the same recipe and make it with chicken instead. Then, I started thinking about how the au jus packet would pair with the chicken and then I had an idea…swap out the au jus packet for creamy garlic and herb boursin cheese. It was an experiment and I was ready to try it!
Since I was using chicken breast, it didn’t need as long to cook as a beef roast, so it was done in no time at all. My daughter came home from school and devoured it. She even sent a video message to my other daughter in Boston that she needed to make it as soon as possible! Thankfully, it was a hit and will now be in the dinner rotation.
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
Rich and Creamy: Boursin cheese melts into the chicken, creating a smooth flavorful sauce packed with garlic and herbs. It also helps keep the chicken juicy!
SO EASY: Just add everything to your slow cooker. No searing or extra steps required making it the easiest dinner recipe ever.
Versatile: Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a comforting high protein meal.
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Boursin Cheese Chicken:
The best slow cooker Boursin chicken recipe is made with only 4 ingredients and is the easiest chicken recipe ever!
- Chicken – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best; they become tender and juicy after slow cooking.
- Ranch Seasoning – this is the dried ranch dressing powder you can find in the dressing or spice section at the grocery store. I use Hidden Valley Ranch ranch powder.
- Pepperoncinis– Bring a subtle tang that balance out the creamy sauce.
- Boursin Garlic & Herb Cheese – The star of the show! Melts into a luxurious, flavorful sauce that coats every bite. I buy my boursin cheese at Costco since it is on sale often and it such a better deal.
- Salt & Pepper
- Optional — Butter
How to make Crockpot Boursin Chicken:
Prepare the slow cooker.
Lightly grease with nonstick spray or a drizzle of olive oil.
Add the chicken.
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the top, along with black pepper (and salt if needed).
Layer the flavor.
Add sliced pepperoncini peppers on top of the chicken. Drizzle in 1–2 tablespoons of their briny juice for extra zest.
Add the creamy base.
Place the whole Boursin cheese wheel on top of the chicken. Add butter (if using) in small pats around the cheese.
Cook.
- LOW: 4 1/2 – 5 hours
- HIGH: 3 hours
The chicken should be tender and easy to shred.
Shred & mix.
Remove chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Whisk or stir the melted Boursin and butter into a smooth, creamy sauce. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat.
Finish & serve.
Let everything warm together for 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra pepperoncini slices or chopped parsley.
If you don’t have a Slow Cooker (crockpot), I recommend getting one! It’s one of the most used kitchen tools in my house, for easy dinner recipes.
What do I serve with this Slow Cooker Chicken?
This crockpot chicken recipe is super versatile and can be paired with so many different sides. We love to serve ours with the World’s Best Buttered Noodles, Kerry’s Special Potatoes, Moist Cornbread, Coconut Rice, and Perfect Creamy Mashed Potatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s):
1. Can I use a different flavor of Boursin cheese?
Yes! Try the shallot & chive or caramelized onion flavor for a fun twist.
2. Can I use frozen chicken?
Thaw first for best results and food safety. Frozen chicken releases excess water and can dilute the sauce.
3. Can I make this with chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely — thighs stay extra juicy and tender in the slow cooker.
Substitutions!
Pepperoncini Substitute: Try mild banana peppers or if you like a little heat, jalapeño slices work too! You can take the seeds out of the jalapeños to keep it mild.
Ranch Powder Substitute: Mix 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon dried dill, and a pinch of salt + pepper for a quick homemade version.
Storage:
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet or microwave until heated through, adding a splash of milk or broth if needed to loosen the sauce.
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Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 ounce packet Ranch Dressing Powder (Hidden Valley)
- 8 Pepperoncinis (sliced)
- (1) 5.3 ounce pkg. Garlic and Herb Boursin Cheese
- 2 to 3 Tablespoons Butter (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker crockpot with nonstick spray or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the top, along with black pepper and salt.
- Add sliced pepperoncini peppers on top of the chicken. Drizzle in 1–2 tablespoons of their briny juice for extra zest.
- Place the whole Boursin cheese wheel on top of the chicken. Add butter (if using) in small pats around the cheese.
- Cook for 4 1/2 to 5 hours on low or 3 hours on high. I suggest cooking on LOW for the most tender chicken.
- Remove chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Whisk or stir the melted Boursin and butter into a smooth, creamy sauce. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat.
- Let everything warm together for 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra pepperoncini slices or chopped parsley.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The easiest and creamiest chicken! We served this over rice and it was so flavorful. I recommend putting extra pepperoncinis on top!