Here’s a comforting, easy recipe for Slow Cooker (Crockpot) Chicken and Corn Casserole—creamy, cheesy, and perfect for busy days:
🥘 Slow Cooker Chicken and Corn Casserole
🧾 Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) cream-style corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix or 1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep chicken
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. - Mix casserole base
In a bowl, combine: cream-style corn, whole corn, milk, sour cream, cheese, ranch seasoning, pepper, and paprika. - Combine in slow cooker
Pour mixture over the chicken. Stir gently to combine. - Cook
- Low: 4–5 hours
- High: 2–3 hours
Until chicken is fully cooked (165°F / 74°C).
- Shred chicken
Remove chicken, shred with forks, and stir back into the mixture. - Add topping (optional)
Sprinkle crushed crackers or breadcrumbs and extra cheese on top.
Cover and cook another 15–20 minutes until melted and slightly crispy. - Serve warm
Great with a side salad or steamed veggies.
💡 Tips
- For extra flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding to the slow cooker.
- Can swap cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella for a different twist.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 2–3 days.
If you like, I can give a low-carb or creamy Keto version of this chicken and corn casserole for the slow cooker that’s just as tasty.