Description
This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken is a delightful blend of tender chicken, rich cream, and vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With just 10 minutes of prep, this dish makes a flavorful meal that is comforting and satisfying, ideal for busy families and food lovers alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, about 8 thighs
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and season both sides with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Add the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth around the chicken. Stir gently to coat.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours until the chicken is tender and reaches the correct internal temperature.
- Mix together the heavy cream and cornstarch, then remove the lid and stir this mixture along with the parmesan cheese into the slow cooker.
- Add spinach gradually, covering it to help it wilt for 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
- Serve the chicken over pasta, rice, or orzo, spooning the sauce generously over the top.
Notes
If using oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drain the oil before adding them to the slow cooker.
Adjust the seasoning to taste before serving, especially if serving with a bland base like rice.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 180mg