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Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken

  • Author: Fiona
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 32 minute
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

Savor the richness of Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken, featuring tender chicken in a luscious creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach—perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. 2. Add Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Sprinkle minced garlic over the chicken and layer the chopped sun-dried tomatoes on top.
  3. 3. Pour in Heavy Cream: Drizzle heavy cream over the chicken and toppings evenly.
  4. 4. Season It Up: Add Italian seasoning across the mixture and stir gently to combine without disturbing the chicken too much.
  5. 5. Toss in Spinach: Add fresh spinach right before serving to enhance color and nutrition.
  6. 6. Cook Away: Cover your slow cooker and set on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender enough to shred with a fork.
  7. 7. Serve: Transfer to plates, drizzle with sauce, and enjoy!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
  • Calories: 445
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 41g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. - Substitute spinach with kale for a different texture. - This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta or rice to soak up the creamy sauce.