There is something especially comforting about a slow cooker supper built from just a handful of pantry staples, and this 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Poor Man's Parents' Day Tribute Chicken is the sort of thrifty, dependable meal that feels right at home on a family table. It has that old-fashioned Midwestern practicality to it: simple chicken, a few flavorful additions, and plenty of time for the cooker to do the work while the house fills with a savory smell that reminds folks to gather round.
This chicken is lovely served over mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy white rice so none of that rich sauce goes to waste. For vegetables, green beans, glazed carrots, or simple corn on the cob fit the meal beautifully, and if you want to round it out the way many of us did for Sunday dinner, a small salad and warm dinner rolls make it feel complete.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Poor Man's Parents' Day Tribute Chicken
Servings: 6
Ingredients
3 pounds raw boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired, then arrange the raw halved chicken breasts in an even layer across the bottom.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the condensed cream of chicken soup, dry onion soup mix, and sour cream until smooth and well combined.
3. Spoon the sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is well covered. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
4. Once cooked, gently stir the sauce around the chicken. Serve the chicken hot with plenty of sauce spooned over the top.
Variations & Tips
Add a little color: If you want to brighten the plate, scatter chopped fresh parsley over the chicken just before serving. It does not change the simple spirit of the dish, but it sure makes it look fresh and inviting.
Make it richer: For an extra hearty supper, stir in a few ounces of softened cream cheese during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking. It gives the sauce an even fuller texture that is wonderful over noodles or potatoes.
Watch the cooking time: Chicken breasts can dry out if left too long, even in a slow cooker, so start checking for doneness near the early end of the cooking range. The chicken should be tender and reach a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Easy serving idea: If the sauce seems a bit thick after cooking, stir in a splash of milk or chicken broth before serving. That little bit helps stretch the gravy so everybody gets some to spoon over their side dish.
