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Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours on low / 3 hours on high
  • Total Time: 49 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

Indulge in tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. This dish is perfect for gatherings and weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (jarred in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Add Flavorful Ingredients: Layer the sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
  3. Mix That Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  4. Pour It All Together: Gently pour the creamy mixture over the chicken and tomatoes. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Set It and Forget It: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat for 6 hours or high heat for 3 hours.
  6. Add Spinach Last: About 10 minutes before serving, add fresh spinach and stir gently until wilted.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider searing the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Feel free to swap out chicken for turkey or add additional vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. - This dish can be made ahead of time; simply combine ingredients in the slow cooker and refrigerate overnight.