My mother-in-law makes this 3-ingredient recipe for Sunday dinner. The savory sauce is absolutely incredible over rice or mashed potatoes.

This slow cooker 3-ingredient creamy onion chicken is the kind of no-fuss Sunday dinner my mother-in-law has been making for years. It’s pure Midwestern comfort: tender chicken breasts simmered all afternoon in a rich, savory, creamy onion sauce that tastes like you fussed way more than you did. With just chicken, a packet of onion soup mix, and a can of cream soup, you get a thick, beige gravy-style sauce with little flecks of onion that’s absolutely incredible spooned over rice or a big scoop of mashed potatoes. It’s perfect for busy days when you still want everyone to gather around the table to something warm and homemade.

Serve this creamy onion chicken straight from the slow cooker, ladling the tender chicken and plenty of sauce over fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed white or brown rice, or buttered egg noodles. Add a simple green vegetable on the side—like steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or a tossed salad—to balance the richness. Warm dinner rolls or crusty bread are wonderful for soaking up every bit of the savory gravy. For a cozy Sunday spread, I like to keep the sides familiar and kid-friendly so everyone can build their own plate just the way they like it.

2 to 2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4–6 pieces)

Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray for easier cleanup.

Lay the chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker. It’s fine if they overlap a little, but try to keep them mostly flat so they cook evenly and stay tender.

In a small bowl, stir together the dry onion soup mix and the can of cream of chicken soup until well combined. The mixture will be thick and speckled with onion and seasoning.

Spoon the creamy onion mixture evenly over the chicken, spreading it so all of the chicken is well coated. Do not add extra water or broth; the chicken will release juices as it cooks and create a rich, thick sauce.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, until the chicken is very tender and cooked through (165°F in the center).

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