Throw chicken breasts in the slow cooker and 4 other ingredients to get a meal so delicious your family will think you ordered takeout from their favorite Italian spot.

If you can’t find a jar labeled specifically as spinach artichoke pasta sauce, use a jar of Alfredo or creamy garlic pasta sauce and stir in a few spoonfuls of jarred spinach artichoke dip before pouring it over the chicken. For a bit more color and sweetness, you can add a handful of sun-dried tomatoes or a drained jar of roasted red peppers along with the spinach, keeping the total ingredient count in mind if you’re not strict about the “5-ingredient” idea. Whole wheat or high-protein penne works nicely if you want a heartier, more filling dish. If your family prefers a looser, saucier pasta, reserve a little of the pasta cooking water and stir in a splash at the end to loosen the sauce. To make it extra comforting for company, transfer the finished pasta to a buttered baking dish, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese, and broil for a few minutes until bubbly and lightly browned. Leftovers reheat well with a spoonful of milk or cream stirred in before warming on the stovetop or in the microwave.