Description

This Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is a simple yet delicious meal featuring tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy tomato sauce with garlic, basil, and Parmesan. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort meal.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped) or 1 teaspoon dried basil

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for depth of flavor)

For Serving (Optional):

Cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes

Extra Parmesan cheese

Fresh basil for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and onion powder.
Assemble in Slow Cooker:
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
Make It Creamy:
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
- Let it cook for another 10-15 minutes on low until the sauce is creamy and well blended.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for a juicier option.
Swap heavy cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Stir in spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir it in during the last 15 minutes.