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3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Italian Chicken

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This easy slow cooker Italian chicken recipe features tender shredded chicken marinated in zesty Italian dressing and Parmesan cheese, making it perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or grain bowls.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs if you prefer darker meat and more fat
  • 1 cup Italian salad dressing use full- or light-bodied; for a creamier finish use a creamy Italian or add a splash of half-and-half at the end
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated gives the best texture and flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly spray the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or brush with a little oil.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk the Italian salad dressing and grated Parmesan until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing-Parmesan mixture evenly over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours, or on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
  2. Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, stirring to soak up the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve warm over pasta, rice, roasted vegetables, or in sandwich rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 43gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings. Chicken thighs can provide juicier results. For a thicker sauce, use cornstarch slurry or cook on HIGH for 15-30 minutes without the lid.
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