There is something mighty comforting about a slow cooker meal built from just a handful of plain pantry and freezer staples, especially on a busy weekend when folks are coming and going and supper still needs to be waiting at the end of the day. This 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Poor Man's Garage Sale Weekend Chicken leans into that practical Midwestern way of cooking, using frozen boneless chicken chunks, bright green peas, and a few basic ingredients to make a creamy, hearty dish with very little fuss and very little cost.
This chicken is especially good spooned over hot mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or plain white rice to catch every bit of the creamy sauce. A side of simple buttered carrots, green beans, or a crisp lettuce salad balances the richness nicely, and if you have biscuits or a slice of warm bread on the table, nobody will leave hungry.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Poor Man's Garage Sale Weekend Chicken
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds frozen boneless chicken chunks
2 cups vivid green frozen peas
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 packet (1 ounce) chicken gravy mix
Directions
1. Add the frozen boneless chicken chunks to the bottom of the slow cooker, then scatter the frozen peas over the top.
2. Spoon the condensed cream of chicken soup over the chicken and peas, then sprinkle the chicken gravy mix evenly across the top.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
4. Stir everything well to coat the chicken and peas in the sauce, breaking up the soup until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
5. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Variations & Tips
Add a little seasoning: If your family likes a bit more flavor, stir in 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, a pinch of garlic powder, or a little onion powder with the soup and gravy mix. Since the soup and gravy packet are already salty, it is best to taste before adding extra salt.
Make it stretch further: This is the kind of thrifty dish that can feed a few extra folks if you serve it over plenty of potatoes, rice, or noodles. You can also add an extra cup of peas for more color and bulk without spending much more.
For a thicker sauce: If you want the sauce more like a gravy, leave the lid off for the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking and stir once or twice. That helps the sauce tighten up a bit before serving.
Do not skip safe cooking temps: Frozen chicken in the slow cooker should be cooked until it reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest pieces. If your chicken chunks are especially large, give them extra time and check before serving.