Crock Pot Chicken Marengo

This classic Crock Pot Chicken Marengo is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The dish features tender chicken pieces braised in a robust sauce made from canned tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, and a simple spaghetti sauce mix. As it simmers, the flavors meld together, creating a hearty, savory meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for serving over rice, egg noodles, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. Ideal for families or anyone looking for a low-effort, high-reward dinner that tastes like it took all day to make.

Cooking Method: Slow Cooking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 135.5

Description

This classic Crock Pot Chicken Marengo is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The dish features tender chicken pieces braised in a robust sauce made from canned tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, and a simple spaghetti sauce mix. As it simmers, the flavors meld together, creating a hearty, savory meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for serving over rice, egg noodles, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. Ideal for families or anyone looking for a low-effort, high-reward dinner that tastes like it took all day to make.

Ingredients

Canned sliced mushrooms -- drained 10 oz.
Chicken parts -- skin removed 3 lbs.
Canned tomatoes with juice (broken up) 14
Oz.
1 Envelope Spaghetti sauce mix 1 x 1-1/2 oz.
1 Cup Sliced onion

Directions

1
Place the drained canned sliced mushrooms and sliced onion into the bottom of a 5-quart slow cooker.
2
Arrange the skinless chicken pieces evenly over the top of the mushrooms and onions.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the broken-up canned tomatoes with their juice and the spaghetti sauce mix.
4
Stir the tomato mixture until the sauce powder is fully dissolved and well incorporated.
5
Pour the tomato sauce mixture evenly over the chicken pieces.
6
Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours or on High for 4 to 5 hours, until the chicken is tender and falls off the bone.
7
Serve hot over rice, pasta, or with a side of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 135.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.8g6%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 31.1mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 14.1g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 12.1g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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