If you’re looking for a comforting, creamy chicken dish that’s bursting with flavor, this Creamy Peppercorn Chicken is perfect for you! It’s super easy to make, thanks to the slow cooker, and the sauce is so rich and delicious. Whether you’re making it for a family dinner or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress.

Method in Detail

Start by preparing the ingredients and adding everything to your slow cooker. Begin by placing the chicken breasts inside the slow cooker, cutting them into thin strips for extra tenderness. Next, add the whole black peppercorns, cracked black pepper, and the onion, making sure to chop it finely. The onion will add a natural sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish. Then, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard. These ingredients will help create a rich, flavorful base for the creamy sauce. For the sauce thickening, add the cornflour mixed with water. Stir everything together so that the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Once all the ingredients are in the slow cooker, it’s time to set the cooking time. For a quick meal, set the slow cooker to cook on high for 3 hours. Alternatively, if you have more time, you can set it to low for 6 hours. The slow cooker will work its magic, gently cooking the chicken and blending all the flavors together while creating a smooth, peppery sauce.

As the dish nears completion, it’s time to finish the creamy sauce. When the cooking time is up, stir in the Philadelphia cream cheese. This will give the sauce its creamy, velvety texture and bring all the flavors together. If the sauce feels a bit thick at this point, you can add more water or chicken stock to adjust the consistency to your liking.

Finally, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top of the creamy chicken for a burst of color and freshness. Serve it with a side of fluffy rice or crispy wedges for a complete meal that everyone will love. The creamy peppercorn sauce makes it perfect for dipping, and the mushrooms add a nice earthy flavor that complements the chicken beautifully.

Necessary Tools

Slow cooker
Knife (for chopping vegetables and chicken)
Measuring spoons
A spoon for stirring

Creamy Peppercorn Chicken Recipe

Recipe by Simon Davies

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Cuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Cooking time

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Total time

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Ingredients

3 x chicken breasts
1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
1 tsp cracked black pepper
1 x onion
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 heaped tbsp cornflour + 1 tbsp water (Use more if required at the end)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
400ml chicken stock
10 mushrooms, quartered
1 tbsp half-fat butter
1 tsp oregano
Salt
80g Philadelphia Light

Directions

Start by adding everything to your slow cooker, except the Philadelphia cream cheese. Make sure the mushrooms are quartered (don’t cut them too thin), and the chicken breasts are cut into thin strips for extra tenderness.
Set the slow cooker to high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours. The slow cooker will do all the magic, blending the spices and creating a rich sauce.
Once it’s done cooking, mix in the Philadelphia cream cheese until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is a bit too thick, you can add a little more water or stock until it’s the perfect consistency.
Top with a sprinkle of parsley and serve with a side of rice or crispy wedges.

Notes

Make sure the mushrooms are cut into quarters, not thin slices, so they hold their shape while cooking.
If you’re in a rush, you can cook on high for 3 hours, but if you have more time, low and slow for 6 hours will give the best flavor.
If you find the sauce too thick at the end, feel free to add a little extra water or chicken stock to reach your desired consistency.

Serving Suggestions

This creamy peppercorn chicken pairs beautifully with a side of fluffy rice or crispy potato wedges. If you’re looking to add some greens, a side salad or some steamed vegetables will balance out the richness of the sauce.

Fun Fact

Did you know that peppercorns are one of the oldest and most popular spices in the world? They’ve been used in cooking for thousands of years and were once even used as currency! So when you add that little burst of peppery goodness to your dish, you’re following a very old tradition.

Conclusion

This Creamy Peppercorn Chicken is one of those dishes that will make everyone at the dinner table smile. It’s simple to make, full of flavor, and just the right amount of creamy. Plus, the slow cooker does most of the work for you. How easy is that? Give it a try for your next family meal, and I’m sure it’ll become a new favorite!