Best Crockpot Chicken Recipe
Tired of complicated dinners? Craving tender, juicy chicken without all the fuss? This Best Crockpot Chicken Recipe is about to become your new weeknight hero! It's incredibly easy, requires minimal prep, and the result is chicken so flavorful and moist, it practically melts in your mouth. Even the pickiest eaters in your family will gobble this up, making dinner time a breeze. Get ready to enjoy restaurant-quality chicken without spending hours in the kitchen!
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Medium bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or chicken thighs)
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix (or homemade blend)
- 10.75 oz condensed cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for a richer flavor) can
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil Optional
Garnish
- fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or rosemary Optional, for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Crockpot: Lightly grease your crockpot with cooking spray or line it with a crockpot liner for easy cleanup.
- Add the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts (or thighs) in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Combine the Mixes: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth.
- Pour Over Chicken: Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Add Butter (Optional): Dot the top with butter or drizzle with olive oil for extra richness.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remember that the Italian dressing mix already contains salt, so go easy on the salt!
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with two forks.
- Return to Sauce: Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to coat it with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy! Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This best crockpot chicken recipe is a blank canvas – get creative with your favorite flavors! Follow the pro tips to customize sauces, add veggies, and tweak for keto or spicier versions.