Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4–6 slices deli ham (thinly sliced)
4–6 slices Swiss cheese (or provolone, if preferred)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
Directions
Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to help with cleanup.
Lay the chicken breasts in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker. If they’re very thick, you can cut them in half horizontally so they cook more evenly.
Layer the deli ham slices over the chicken, folding or tearing them as needed so each piece of chicken is covered.
Place the Swiss cheese slices over the ham, again making sure each piece of chicken gets a good blanket of cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the top of the chicken, ham, and cheese.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or on HIGH for about 2–3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Once done, carefully remove the chicken pieces with a spatula or large spoon, making sure to scoop up the ham, cheese, and some of the creamy sauce for each serving. Serve hot over your favorite side.
Taste the sauce and add a little salt and pepper at the table, if needed, since the ham and cheese already add saltiness.https://sfglobe.com/xframe.php#acov=%255B%2522sfg%2522%252C%2522102358%2522%252C%2522src%253Dfbfan_102358%2522%252C%2522d_abovepromo%2522%252C1769624110%252C%25223%2522%255D&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcooktopcove.com%2F2026%2F01%2F25%2Ffancy-fake-out-just-5-ingredients-layering-chicken-ham-and-swiss-cheese-makes-a-classic-dish-incredibly-easy%2F%3Fsrc%3Dfbfan_102358%26t%3Dfbsub_slowcookerchicken%26fbclid%3DIwY2xjawPnMX5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGaUkxS0NDMjFLSFo3NWhlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpODGDo-KDJ8nrmf9WWcPAM0anHdRBGFHhRQv2jxQCyFAmR9-tmvi1LBzYtw_aem_CVLkjWGMD2PtrCUuGORo3w&h=https%3A%2F%2Fcooktopcove.com
Variations & Tips
For picky eaters, you can swap the Swiss cheese for a milder cheese like mozzarella or provolone, which melts beautifully and has a gentler flavor. If someone isn’t a fan of ham, you can simply leave it off their portion and just do cheesy chicken with the creamy sauce. To make it a bit lighter, use reduced-fat cream of chicken soup and 2% milk, and trim any visible fat from the chicken. If your family likes a little crunch, sprinkle some crushed butter crackers or seasoned breadcrumbs over the top right before serving (you can toast them in a skillet with a bit of butter while the chicken finishes cooking, then sprinkle on). For extra flavor, stir a teaspoon of Dijon mustard into the soup and milk mixture before pouring it over the chicken—it gives a nod to classic cordon bleu without being too strong. You can also add a handful of frozen peas or a layer of baby spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking to sneak in some veggies. And if you’re cooking for a crowd, this recipe doubles easily in a larger slow cooker; just keep the chicken in as close to a single layer as possible so it cooks evenly.