Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
281 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by placing raw chicken breasts in the slow cooker, seasoned with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. A sauce made from cream of chicken soup and milk is poured over the chicken, then cubes of cream cheese are added on top. Cooking on low for 5 to 6 hours slowly tenderizes the chicken until it reaches a safe internal temperature, allowing the cheese to melt and blend into the sauce.
After cooking, the chicken is shredded directly in the slow cooker, combining with the creamy sauce to create a rich and smooth texture. The herbs provide an aromatic background without overpowering the dish.
This creamy chicken can be served over starchy sides such as rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes to complement the sauce and provide a complete meal. Cooking on low preserves the chicken's moisture, making it juicier than high-heat methods.
The notes recommend mixing your own Italian seasoning if not available and advise against adding extra salt initially due to the saltiness of condensed soups. Additional spice can be introduced with red pepper flakes if desired. The recipe is versatile enough to work with chicken thighs as well.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless skinless
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz each
- ½ cup milk
- 1 block cream cheese 8 oz, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Spray the insert of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or use a Crock Pot liner.
- Place the raw chicken breasts in a single layer on the bottom. Season it with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk together the cream of chicken soup with the milk and pour it over the chicken.
- Cut the cream cheese into cubes and place it evenly in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker onto a cutting board and shred with two forks.
- Return chicken to slow cooker and mix to combine well.
- Serve over rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Cook the chicken on low heat to keep it juicy; high heat may dry it out.
- Make your own Italian seasoning by combining oregano, basil, rosemary, and thyme if unavailable.
- Add red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix for a bit of heat if preferred.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if desired.
- Condensed soups are salty, so avoid adding extra salt before tasting the finished dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 898mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 656mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 277IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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