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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

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A rich and creamy slow cooker Tuscan chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for easy, comforting dinners with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for browning)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Optional: Brown the chicken breasts. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to the crockpot.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the chicken in the crockpot.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  4. Pour the cream mixture over the chicken, ensuring the sauce covers the chicken evenly.
  5. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender enough to shred and the sauce has thickened.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, stir fresh spinach into the crockpot and let it wilt gently in the warm sauce.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Stir gently.
  8. Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, polenta, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

Browning the chicken is optional but adds extra flavor. Use full-fat cream to avoid curdling and achieve a rich sauce. Add spinach near the end to keep it fresh and vibrant. If sauce is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch slurry; if too thick, loosen with extra broth or cream. Can be adapted for dairy-free or keto diets.

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