Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Creamy Mushroom Chicken is an easy, comforting dinner that combines tender chicken with a rich, savory mushroom sauce. With only three simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a hearty homemade meal with minimal preparation.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
How to Make Slow Cooker Creamy Mushroom Chicken
1. Add the Chicken
Place the chicken in the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Add the Creamy Sauce
Spread the condensed cream of mushroom soup evenly over the chicken.
Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix over the top.
3. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and reaches 165°F internally.
You can also cook on HIGH for approximately 2½–3½ hours.
4. Stir the Sauce
Once the chicken is cooked, gently stir the sauce around the chicken to create a smooth, creamy mushroom gravy.
If using chicken breasts, slice or shred the chicken before serving if desired.
5. Serve
Spoon the creamy mushroom sauce generously over the chicken.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Tips for the Best Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Chicken thighs work especially well if you prefer particularly tender chicken.
Do not add extra salt before tasting the finished dish because the onion soup mix and condensed soup are already seasoned.
Keep the slow cooker covered while cooking to retain moisture.
For a thinner sauce, stir in a small splash of milk or chicken broth after cooking.
Serving Suggestions
This chicken pairs beautifully with:
- Mashed potatoes
- Buttered egg noodles
- White or brown rice
- Roasted potatoes
- Green beans
- Steamed broccoli
- Dinner rolls
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until thoroughly warmed.
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5–6 hours
Total Time: About 6 hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
Instructions
- Place chicken in the slow cooker.
- Spread cream of mushroom soup over the chicken.
- Sprinkle onion soup mix evenly over the top.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Stir the sauce and serve the chicken with plenty of creamy mushroom gravy.