My husband’s aunt swears by this method for chilly September evenings. Only 4 ingredients slow cooked until the juices bubble up and the house smells absolutely amazing.

3. Spoon the condensed cream of chicken soup over the chicken, then sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly across the top.

Chicken topped with soup and onion mix in the slow cooker
Chicken topped with soup and onion mix in the slow cooker

4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and the carrots are soft. The juices will bubble up and make a savory sauce as everything cooks together.

Finished Amish chicken and carrots in savory juices
Finished Amish chicken and carrots in savory juices

5. Serve hot, spooning plenty