Here’s a recipe for “Amazing Forgotten Chicken”, also called a dump-and-forget slow cooker chicken 🐔✨. It’s super easy, flavorful, and basically cooks itself.
Amazing Forgotten Chicken
Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts or thighs (bone-in or boneless)
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1 packet cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
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1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for lighter version)
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1 packet dry onion soup mix
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Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or black pepper
Instructions
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Mix sauce
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In a bowl, combine the cream soup, sour cream, and dry onion soup mix.
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Prepare chicken
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Place chicken in a slow cooker or baking dish.
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Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated.
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Cook
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Slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
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Oven: Cover and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 1–1.5 hours until chicken is cooked through.
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Serve
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Spoon extra sauce over chicken.
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Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies.
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Tips
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Don’t stir too much if using a slow cooker; just let it cook.
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Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
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Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Variations
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Cheesy version: Add shredded cheddar on top 10 minutes before finishing.
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Herby: Add fresh parsley or thyme for extra flavor.
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Vegetable boost: Add sliced carrots, mushrooms, or peas before cooking.
If you want, I can give a quick stovetop version, a healthier version, or a school-lunch friendly mini version.