Slow Cooker Mushroom Chicken

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Mushroom Chicken:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (10.5 oz) can of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 packet of ranch dressing mix (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 cup of sliced mushrooms (fresh or canned)
• 1/2 cup of chicken broth or water
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter (for sautéing mushrooms, optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Sauté the Mushrooms (optional): In a skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté them for about 5 minutes until softened and browned. This step enhances the flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time.
3. Combine the Sauce Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth (or water), ranch seasoning (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Pour the mushroom soup mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Add the sautéed mushrooms (if you chose to sauté them), or just add the raw mushrooms directly on top of the chicken.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Serve: Once done, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. If you’d like a thicker sauce, stir the sauce and cook on high for 10-15 more minutes with the lid off.
7. Optional Garnish: Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. You can also garnish with chopped parsley or grated parmesan cheese.

Enjoy your comforting and easy Slow Cooker Mushroom Chicken!