Slow Cooker Onion Soup Mix Chicken
5-minute prep viral crockpot dinner: tender fall-apart chicken braised with baby potatoes and green beans in a rich caramelized French onion gravy.
In a nutshell: This authentic american slow cooker onion soup mix chicken comes together in just 6 hrs 5 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret is to Layer halved baby potatoes on the bottom of the slow cooker basin where heat is strongest . Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
TikTok's viral 5-minute prep slow cooker sensation (updated Oct 9, 2026)! This Slow Cooker Onion Soup Mix Chicken braises juicy chicken breasts and thighs with buttery baby yellow potatoes and crisp green beans in a rich, deeply savory caramelized French onion gravy. Pure set-and-forget comfort.
Key Equipment
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- 6-quart oval slow cooker (Crockpot)
- Tongs
- Measuring cup
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Place potatoes at the bottom: Layer halved baby potatoes on the bottom of the slow cooker basin where heat is strongest so they become meltingly tender.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth: Lipton onion soup mix contains ample savory seasoning; using low-sodium broth ensures a balanced, rich gravy.
- Add green beans towards the end for crispness: If you prefer bright, crisp-tender green beans, toss them in during the final 45-60 minutes of slow cooking.
Ingredients
6
servings
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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, trimmed of excess fat
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1 packet (1 oz) Lipton French onion soup mix (dry), or beefy onion mix
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1 lb baby Dutch yellow potatoes, washed and halved
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¾ lb fresh green beans, trimmed
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1 cup low-sodium chicken bone broth or beef broth, for savory braising liquid
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2 tbsp melted unsalted butter or olive oil, drizzled over chicken
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, for deep umami gravy
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves and cracked black pepper, plus extra sprigs for garnish
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Layer Potatoes in Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place halved baby potatoes in an even layer across the bottom.
Add Chicken & Green Beans
Arrange chicken breasts or thighs directly on top of the potatoes. Place trimmed green beans around the edges of the chicken.
Whisk Onion Gravy Liquid
In a 2-cup measuring cup, whisk chicken broth, dry French onion soup mix packet, melted butter, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper until blended. Pour evenly over the chicken, potatoes, and vegetables.
Slow Cook to Tender Perfection
Cover slow cooker with lid. Cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours (or on HIGH for 3 to 3.5 hours) until chicken is fall-apart tender and potatoes are fork-tender.
Garnish & Serve
Transfer tender chicken, buttery potatoes, and green beans to a deep serving platter. Spoon the rich caramelized onion gravy generously over the chicken. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve hot with crusty bread!
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Both work wonderfully! Boneless skinless chicken breasts become fall-apart tender, while chicken thighs add rich juiciness.
No searing required! This is a true dump-and-go 5-minute prep recipe; the onion soup mix caramelizes and flavors the chicken during slow braising.
Whisk 1.5 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the slow cooker on HIGH for 15 minutes before serving until glossy and thick.
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