Slow Cooker Creamy Chaource and White Wine Chicken Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

To enhance the flavor of the dish, consider lightly browning the shallots in a pan with a small amount of butter before adding them to the slow cooker.

While this adds a step, it caramelizes the natural sugars in the shallots, which adds a deeper, more complex sweetness to the final sauce that pairs beautifully with the tangy cheese.

If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the chicken once cooked and stir in a small amount of cornstarch slurry to the liquid before adding the cheese.

However, the Chaource cheese itself provides a significant amount of body, so try the recipe as written first to appreciate the natural creaminess of the cheese-based sauce without extra additives.

Variations

• Herbed Variation: Incorporate a tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley or chives at the very end when stirring in the cheese. These fresh herbs add a bright, vibrant color and a burst of freshness that cuts through the richness of the Chaource sauce beautifully.
• Garlic Infusion: Add two cloves of minced garlic along with the shallots at the beginning of the cooking process. The slow cooking softens the garlic, infusing the chicken with a deeper, savory aroma that complements the wine and cheese base perfectly.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Ensure the dish is cooled to room temperature within 2 hours of cooking before moving it to the fridge.

Freezer

Freezing is not recommended as the creamy sauce may separate and lose its smooth texture upon thawing and reheating.

Reheat

Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, stirring constantly until warmed through. Add a splash of white wine or water if the sauce becomes too thick.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Because the sauce contains cheese and wine, it may thicken significantly when chilled.

When preparing to store, ensure the chicken is completely cooled to room temperature within 2 hours before placing it in the refrigerator to maintain food safety and quality.

While this dish is best served fresh, you can prepare the shallots and cube the cheese up to 24 hours in advance and store them in the refrigerator. The chicken should only be placed in the slow cooker when you are ready to begin the cooking process to ensure the best possible texture and flavor for your meal.

Serving ideas

Serve this dish immediately while the sauce is warm and fluid. It pairs exceptionally well with a side of steamed asparagus or roasted green beans, which provide a fresh, crisp contrast to the richness of the cheese sauce. A crusty baguette is also a must-have for mopping up any remaining sauce on the plate.

For a more complete meal, consider serving the chicken over a bed of al dente pasta or creamy mashed potatoes.

The sauce is versatile enough to complement various starches, and the subtle tang of the Chaource cheese will elevate even the simplest side dishes, making this an excellent option for entertaining guests or a special family dinner.

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Recipe card

Slow Cooker Creamy Chaource and White Wine Chicken

Prep 10 minCook 4 hRest 5 minTotal 4 h 15 minServes 4

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium shallots, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 8 oz Chaource cheese, rind removed and cubed

Instructions

1. Place the raw chicken breasts into the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter the minced shallots evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle the dried thyme over the top. Pour the white wine into the slow cooker, ensuring it covers the base.
2. Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on the low setting for approximately 4 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
3. Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Add the cubed Chaource cheese to the hot liquid in the slow cooker and stir gently until the cheese has completely melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy. Return the chicken to the pot to coat it in the sauce before serving.

Contains: milk, sulfites

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

480

Protein

38 g

Carbohydrates

6 g

Fat

32 g

Fiber

0.5 g

Sugar

2 g

Sodium

450 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.