Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients
- 6-8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 garlic cloves
chopped
- 3 tbsp butter
divided
- 1.5 cup cream
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
optional
- 3/4 to 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes
chopped or cut into strips
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3-4 cups spinach
packed
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 Tbsp oil
Directions
- 1
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, red chili flakes. Heat oil and 1 Tbsp butter in a pan on medium high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes on the other side. Transfer them to crockpot.
- 2
In the same pan, add in the remaining 2 Tbsp butter. Add in garlic and sauté for 30-40 seconds. Add in cream and chicken stock and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir in parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning and cook for a minute. Add in sun dried tomatoes and cook for a minute.
- 3
Pour the sauce over chicken in the crock pot. Spread well. Cover and cook 3-4 hours on HIGH or 6-8 hours on LOW.
- 4
Once the chicken is tender and cooked, stirred in spinach leaves and mix well with the sauce. Cover and cook till wilted.
- 5
Season chicken with salt, pepper and red chili flakes.
- 6
Heat up the instant pot using SAUTE mode. Wait till it's hot then add in oil and butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken and sear on both sides. Plate it out.
- 7
Heat more butter then add garlic and sauté for 30-40 seconds. Add in cream along with chicken stock. If you don’t have chicken stalk, just increase the amount of cream. Stir it for 3-4 minutes.
- 8
Add in parmesan cheese along with Italian seasoning and cook for another couple of minutes. Add in sundried tomatoes and cook for a minute.
- 9
Return the chicken back into the sauce. Seal the lid and cook on HIGH pressure for 5minutes, then natural release pressure for 10 minutes and remove lid.
- 10
Put instant pot back on SAUTE mode. Stir in spinach and cook until it is wilted.
Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, flavor-packed dinner without the fuss of endless stovetop stirring? This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is your answer, bringing the rich, vibrant tastes of Tuscany right to your weeknight table with minimal effort.
This recipe truly shines by leveraging the magic of slow cooking. Boneless skinless chicken thighs become incredibly tender, bathed in a luxuriously creamy sauce. The combination of savory parmesan, sweet-tart sundried tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic Italian seasoning creates a deeply satisfying meal that tastes like it simmered all day, even though you just set it and forget it.
What you can expect is a symphony of flavors in every bite. The chicken is fall-apart tender, perfectly complemented by the silky, rich cream sauce. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of savory, tangy sundried tomatoes, and a subtle warmth from red chili flakes. The fresh spinach, stirred in at the end, wilts beautifully into the creamy mixture, adding a touch of freshness and color to this hearty dish. It's a remarkably comforting meal, rich and satisfying without feeling heavy.
Customization & Variations
While boneless skinless chicken thighs are ideal for slow cooking, you could experiment with other cuts if desired. For a milder flavor, simply omit the red chili flakes, or add a pinch more if you prefer extra heat. If you're looking to enhance the creamy texture, feel free to use a little more cream, or dial back the Parmesan to your preference. Remember, the beauty of slow cooking is its flexibility.
This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is perfect for a cozy family dinner or when hosting a casual gathering. Serve it alongside your favorite pasta, creamy polenta, fluffy rice, or with a simple crusty bread to sop up all that delectable sauce. A light green salad would offer a fresh contrast.