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Crockpot Italian Chicken

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This Crockpot Italian Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to prepare a hearty meal with minimal effort. The chicken is cooked slowly in a crockpot, absorbing the rich flavors of Italian seasoning, creamy sauce, and tender vegetables. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this dish is sure to become a favorite.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry Italian salad dressing mix
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crockpot: Lightly grease the inside of your crockpot with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  2. Season Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle the dry Italian salad dressing mix evenly over them.

  3. Mix Sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and softened cream cheese until smooth and well combined.

  4. Add Vegetables: If using, add the sliced mushrooms, chopped spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes to the crockpot, spreading them around the chicken breasts.

  5. Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot. Ensure that the chicken is well-coated.

  6. Season Further: Sprinkle the black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the top of the mixture.

  7. Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

  8. Serve: Once cooked, give the mixture a good stir to combine the flavors. Serve the Italian chicken over pasta, rice, or with a side of vegetables. Enjoy your savory Crockpot Italian Chicken!

This delicious and creamy Crockpot Italian Chicken is sure to delight your taste buds and make dinner time a breeze.