Ingredients:
- 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5-2 pounds or 680-900 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups cubed day-old bread (about 1 loaf; French or sourdough is ideal)
- 1 cup diced onion (about 1 large onion)
- 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried sage
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (about 60 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cubed bread, onions, celery, garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle with melted butter and chicken broth; mix until evenly moistened.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Carefully cut a pocket in each chicken breast and fill with the stuffing mixture, pressing down gently.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the crock pot and pour any remaining stuffing around the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, checking for doneness.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serve warm with stuffing and any juices from the pot.