Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a comforting dish that transforms your kitchen into an Italian haven. This easy recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy sauce enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. It’s perfect for family dinners or elegant gatherings, offering robust flavors with minimal effort. Pair it with pasta or crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably oil-packed)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in the slow cooker.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes on top of the chicken.
- Pour heavy cream over all ingredients and stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese until wilted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a richer taste or use turkey as an alternative. Add veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.