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Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
  • Total Time: ~6 hours
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish packed with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s an easy, hands-off recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a comforting meal the whole family will love!


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Serving (Optional):

  • Cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes
  • Extra Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:

    • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
    • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown (optional, but adds more flavor).
  2. Slow Cook:

    • Place the chicken in the crockpot.
    • Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth.
    • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  3. Make It Creamy:

    • Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
    • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir it in.
    • Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted (about 5 minutes).
  4. Serve:

    • Spoon the creamy Tuscan chicken over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
    • Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil or parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness and flavor.
  • Swap heavy cream for half-and-half to lighten it up.
  • Add mushrooms or bell peppers for more veggies.
  • For a keto-friendly version, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.