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A creamy crockpot Tuscan chicken dish, rich with vibrant colors and herbs, ready to serve.

Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

This creamy crockpot Tuscan chicken recipe is a delicious and easy meal perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • skillet
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained reserve some oil if desired
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow or white onion, diced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or reserved sun-dried tomato oil

Garnish

  • Parmesan cheese for serving, optional
  • fresh basil for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until browned to develop flavor.

Slow Cook

  • Transfer seared chicken to the slow cooker, add onion, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes, and pour in chicken broth.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach.
  • Continue cooking for 15-20 minutes on high until spinach wilts and sauce thickens.

Serving

  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, reserve some oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to sear the chicken. The cooking times for the slow cooker may vary, so adjust as needed until the chicken is easily shredded.