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Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Irresistibly Easy Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken for Busy Nights

This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish that requires minimal prep and cooks itself, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Foods
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Adds depth and sweetness to the sauce; substitute with fresh tomatoes for a different texture.
  • 2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great alternative.
  • 4 cloves Minced Roasted Garlic Fresh garlic can provide a bolder flavor.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese can be a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Salted Butter Use unsalted butter if you prefer to control added salt.
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for added moisture and flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs bring a vibrant touch.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh diced onions work too—just sauté for a milder flavor.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream makes for a delicious dairy-free alternative.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Kale can substitute, but will require longer to soften.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano gives a sharper flavor.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In your slow cooker, combine sun-dried tomatoes, low sodium chicken broth, minced roasted garlic, cream cheese, and melted salted butter. Mix until it’s chunky; don’t worry, it will smooth out during cooking!
  2. Generously rub boneless skinless chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Then, nestle them atop the sauce in the slow cooker.
  3. Cover and set your slow cooker to high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours. Make sure the chicken cooks until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety!
  4. Once your chicken is beautifully cooked, remove it gently, then stir in the baby spinach, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce. Allow it to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes until the spinach wilts and the cream cheese has melted.
  5. Return the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, spoon the luscious sauce over, and garnish with more Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve over pasta or with crusty garlic bread for a complete meal.

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