Creamy Crockpot Italian Chicken
This creamy crockpot Italian chicken is an effortless and delicious meal, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken is slow-cooked in a rich sauce of cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, and Italian seasoning.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Two forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 10.75 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 0.7 oz packet Italian dressing mix (powdered)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish, optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, Italian dressing mix, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Pour the cream mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the creamy sauce.
- Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the hot chicken and sauce over cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to prevent lumps in the sauce. This dish is very versatile; feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms during the last hour of cooking for added nutrients and flavor.