Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Tomatoes is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a creamy sauce enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, creating an unforgettable meal that’s both comforting and elegant. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and measuring spices.
- Optionally, sear the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour in the chicken broth. Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the top.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using kale instead of spinach or adding red pepper flakes for heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheating enhances the flavors.