This 3-ingredient Slow Cooker Italian Chicken is one of those throw-it-in-and-go dinners that has saved me more times than I can count. I started making a version of this in my first tiny apartment, when I owned exactly one pan and a hand-me-down slow cooker from my mom. It’s loosely inspired by classic Italian flavors—zesty herbs, garlic, and a little tang from Italian salad dressing—but with a busy-week twist: you let the slow cooker do all the work. You end up with tender, pull-apart chicken that’s full of flavor and perfect for piling over pasta, rice, or veggies. It’s the kind of recipe you make when you’re juggling work, errands, and maybe a kids’ activity or two, but still want something home-cooked on the table.
This Italian chicken is super versatile, which is exactly what I need on chaotic weeknights. Serve it over a bed of cooked pasta (penne or rotini catch the sauce really well) with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a side of garlic bread. If you’re trying to keep things lighter, spoon it over steamed broccoli, green beans, or a simple side salad. It’s also great over rice or creamy mashed potatoes when you want something extra cozy. Leftovers make an easy lunch the next day tucked into a tortilla or piled on a toasted hoagie roll with a slice of provolone for a quick sandwich.
3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Italian Chicken
Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
1 cup Italian salad dressing (zesty or regular, bottled)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (from the can or freshly grated)
Directions
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