Description
Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your dinner table. This easy slow-cooker recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luxurious sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining, this crowd-pleaser requires minimal prep while delivering maximum flavor. Serve it over pasta or rice for a cozy meal that feels like a warm embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- 2. Season chicken: Sprinkle salt and pepper on each breast.
- 3. Layer in the crock pot: Place chicken at the bottom; add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach on top.
- 4. Create the sauce: Whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, and herbs; pour over ingredients in the crock pot.
- 5. Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- 6. Finish with cheese: Sprinkle grated Parmesan before serving. Enjoy with crusty bread or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg