Creamy Crock Pot Chicken with Garlic and Italian Seasoning Recipe
This Crock Pot Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful way to prepare tender, juicy chicken breasts with a savory garlic soy sauce and creamy soup base. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal prep and lets the slow cooker do all the work, resulting in a comforting meal that pairs well with rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. This will add a flavorful base to the meat as it cooks.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, mix together the minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, light brown sugar, and cream of chicken soup until well combined. This mixture will create a savory and creamy sauce to infuse the chicken.
- Layer the ingredients in the crock pot: Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Add butter: Dot the top of the chicken and sauce with small pieces of the unsalted butter. This will add richness and help create a silky texture in the sauce.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Carefully remove the chicken breasts, spoon some sauce over them, and serve warm with your choice of sides such as steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder to maximize flavor.
- You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade white sauce for a less processed option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Add vegetables like sliced mushrooms or bell peppers to the crock pot for a one-pot meal.
- Adjust brown sugar amount to balance sweetness with your taste preferences.
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