Low-Stress, 4 Ingredient Creamy Italian Chicken 

How about a meal that is so easy that you don’t even have to look back at the recipe? Yet still tastes amazing. This ADHD-Friendly, Creamy Italian Chicken recipe is super easy to throw together in a crockpot, or InstaPot, either the night before or in the morning.

It is my go-to for those busy weeknights when I don’t have much time to mess with making dinner or destroying my kitchen with a bunch of dirty pans to wash. It is a quick, rich, and creamy comfort food, packed with flavor.

If you prepare it the night before, just put it in the fridge overnight and put it in the crockpot in the morning. This is a great meal to prepare on a Sunday night and is virtually foolproof.  On Monday morning, you can plug it in, and when you come home in the evening,g it is nearly ready to go!

With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a satisfying dinner on the table in no time.

Reasons to Love This Low-Stress, Creamy Italian Chicken Recipe:

• Easy to make: This recipe requires minimal effort and is perfect for busy weeknights.
• Flavorful: The combination of Italian dressing, cream cheese, and cream of chicken soup creates a rich and satisfying sauce.
• Versatile: Serve this dish over rice, pasta, or even mashed potatoes.
• Budget-friendly: The ingredients are affordable and easy to find.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 4-ounce block cream cheese, softened
• 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup (I used low-fat)
• 4 cups cooked rice or pasta ( I used brown rice)

Instructions:

• • Prepare rice or pasta: Cook according to package directions.

• • Prep the chicken: Place the frozen chicken breasts in a crockpot. Season evenly with the Italian dressing seasoning packet.

• • Add the liquid: Pour the water over the chicken breasts.

• • Cook on low: Cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

• • Shred the chicken: Shred the chicken using two forks or a hand mixer. Do not drain the juices.

• • Add the creamy sauce: Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Add the softened cream cheese and cream of chicken soup. Stir to combine.

• • Simmer: Cook on high for an additional 20 minutes, or until the sauce is heated through and the cream cheese is melted.

• • Serve: Serve the creamy Italian chicken over cooked rice or your favorite pasta.
    

This creamy Italian crockpot chicken and rice recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a satisfying weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and minimal prep time, it’s perfect for busy families or individuals who want a quick and easy dinner. Give it a try and let me know what you think!

* If you are short on time at the end of the day, heat the soup and cream cheese in the microwave for 1 1/2 minutes before adding to the crock pot.

I know meal planning and getting food on the table for your family every night can be a challenge so hopefully you can put this recipe in your toolbox to use over and over again.