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Crockpot Italian Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 5 hr
  • Total Time: 5 hr 10 min
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Crockpot Italian Chicken recipe combines tender boneless skinless chicken breasts with zesty Italian seasoning, creamy cream of chicken soup, and smooth cream cheese to create a luscious, flavorful dish. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, the chicken shreds easily and soaks up all the savory flavors, making it an ideal meal served over rice or noodles for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 1.4 ounces Italian dressing seasoning (2 packets)
  • 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the Crockpot evenly.
  2. Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the Italian dressing seasoning packets evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse them with bright, tangy flavor.
  3. Add Creamy Ingredients: Spoon the cream of chicken soup over the chicken, then add the cream cheese cubes on top for a rich, velvety texture. Pour the chicken broth into the Crockpot for moisture and enhanced flavor.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, easily shreddable.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the Crockpot and shred them with two forks until fine and uniform.
  6. Combine: Return the shredded chicken to the Crockpot and stir thoroughly to coat all the meat with the creamy sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the creamy Italian shredded chicken over cooked rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Treat yourself to this zesty, delicious Crockpot Italian chicken tonight!
  • Made with just five simple ingredients, it’s a quick and easy comfort food recipe.
  • Serve with your favorite sides like rice or pasta to soak up the creamy sauce.
  • Leftovers keep well and taste great reheated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 657 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 932 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 78 g
  • Cholesterol: 282 mg

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