Savory Delicious Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken That's Irresistibly Cozy
A heartwarming Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken featuring garlic, creamy sauce, and tender chicken, perfect for cozy dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Skillet
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless skinless, can substitute with thighs
For the Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
- 1 cup Chicken Broth opt for low-sodium
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast can be a dairy-free alternative
For the Vegetables
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes can substitute with canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach frozen can be used, thaw and drain
- 1 medium Onion chopped, shallots can substitute
- 4 cloves Garlic sliced
For the Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning can use individual herbs like oregano and basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can substitute with other cooking oil
Instructions
Making the Dish
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, onion, and Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Place the seared chicken in the slow cooker. Top it off with cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, then pour the creamy sauce over the entire mixture.
- Cover and set your slow cooker to LOW for 4 to 6 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. Cook until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or buttery mashed potatoes.
Notes
Searing the chicken first locks in moisture. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding other veggies for variety.