Snow-day energy: drop in chicken and cream cheese, then let the sweet-and-salty vibes do the heavy lifting while you stay parked on the couch. Morgan Reed Contributing Writer

This 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken & Cream Cheese with pineapple rings is one of those weeknight miracles that feels a bit retro in the best possible way. It borrows from the mid-century American love affair with sweet-and-savory combinations—think pineapple-glazed hams and creamy casseroles—then streamlines it for the slow cooker. The result is tender, shredded chicken cloaked in a tangy, lightly sweet …