Crockpot Tuscan Chicken recipe

Crockpot Tuscan Chicken recipe

4 servings
This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is made up juicy chicken breasts slow cooked in a rich and cheesy cream sauce. This recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and makes the perfect dinner served over your favorite pasta!

Ingredients

  • boneless

    skinless chicken breasts

    4
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • Italian seasoning
    ½ tsp
  • paprika
    ¼ tsp
  • pepper
    ⅛ tsp
  • heavy whipping cream
    1 c
  • cornstarch
    1 tbsp
  • garlic

    finely minced

    3 clove
  • salt
    ¼ tsp
  • pepper
    ⅛ tsp
  • sun-dried tomatoes
    ⅓ c
  • Parmesan cheese
    ¼ c
  • fresh spinach
    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the chicken in a 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine the salt, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the chicken.

Tuscan cream sauce

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream, cornstarch, garlic, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Stir in the tomatoes and Parmesan and pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the chicken reaches 165°F. If the sauce separates as it cooks, simply stir it until smooth. Stir in the spinach.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Remove from the slow cooker and serve.

Crockpot Tuscan Chicken recipe

Crockpot Tuscan Chicken recipe

190 min4 servings393 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, flavor-packed dinner that practically cooks itself? This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken delivers succulent chicken in a rich, cheesy cream sauce with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.

This recipe shines by letting your slow cooker do all the heavy lifting, transforming simple ingredients into an incredibly satisfying meal. The magic lies in slow cooking boneless skinless chicken breasts until they're fall-apart tender, infusing them with savory Italian seasoning, paprika, and garlic, all bathed in a luxurious heavy cream sauce enriched with Parmesan and vibrant sun-dried tomatoes. Plus, it only takes 10 minutes of hands-on prep!

Prepare for a wonderfully decadent experience that tastes like it came from a gourmet Italian kitchen. You'll find incredibly juicy chicken, steeped in a thick, velvety cream sauce that balances savory notes from the Parmesan and garlic with the sweet-tart intensity of sun-dried tomatoes. The fresh spinach stirred in at the end adds a welcome touch of color and a slight earthiness, making each bite feel complete. It's a comforting, hearty dish that’s perfect for a satisfying family dinner.

Customization & Variations

While delicious as written, this Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is easy to adapt. You could experiment with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for an even richer chicken flavor. For extra vegetables, consider adding sliced mushrooms or bell peppers along with the sun-dried tomatoes. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of minced garlic slightly.

This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is designed to be the star of your dinner table, especially when served over your favorite pasta, allowing the creamy sauce to coat every strand. It's an ideal choice for a cozy family meal or a casual gathering where you want to impress without being tied to the stove.

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