Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Creamy Italian Chicken
A creamy, tangy, and comforting slow cooker chicken dish made with just four simple ingredients. This recipe delivers tender shredded chicken in a rich Italian-flavored sauce—perfect served over pasta or rice for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian dressing zesty or regular, bottled
- 8 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in an even layer in the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Slice thick breasts in half horizontally if needed for even cooking.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the chicken and turn the pieces with tongs to lightly coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and very tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker or transfer to a cutting board and return after shredding.
- Add cubed cream cheese and grated Parmesan. Stir gently and let sit covered on LOW for 10–15 minutes, then stir again until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust if needed. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or preferred sides.
Notes
Try serving with steamed broccoli or over egg noodles. Add a splash of milk to thin the sauce if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal
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