If you’re looking for an easy dinner that tastes like pure comfort, this Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken is about to become your new favorite. With just a handful of ingredients, the slow cooker transforms simple chicken breasts into tender, juicy perfection coated in a rich, tangy cream sauce that’s so good, you’ll want to spoon up every last drop.
📝 Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 packet (1 oz) Italian dressing mix
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup chicken broth
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Optional: ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional garnish: fresh parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
Start by placing the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix evenly over the top of the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated with the seasoning blend.
In a small bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese and chicken broth until mostly smooth. Don’t worry if a few small lumps remain—they’ll melt as it cooks. Pour this mixture over the chicken breasts.
Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once fully cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir everything together so the shredded chicken is fully coated in the creamy Italian sauce. If you’d like an extra layer of flavor, stir in grated Parmesan cheese at this point and let it melt into the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper if needed.
🍽 Serving Ideas
Serve this creamy chicken over rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or even toasted sandwich rolls. It’s also delicious spooned over steamed vegetables or stuffed into wraps.
This dish is rich, savory, slightly tangy, and unbelievably comforting. Best of all, the slow cooker does all the work—leaving you with a creamy, flavorful sauce that truly steals the show.