Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken
A comforting and creamy Italian dish made with tender chicken thighs, sun-dried tomatoes, and baby spinach in a rich Parmesan sauce, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 720kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs yields incredibly tender morsels
- 3 ounces baby spinach adds freshness and a pop of color
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese delivers a rich, savory flavor
- 1 cup heavy cream creates a luxurious, creamy texture
- 0.5 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil) contributing a sweet-tart complexity
- 0.5 cup chicken stock supplies depth to the sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced for an aromatic foundation
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter to enrich the sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes enhancing flavor
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley for a hint of herbaceousness
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil infusing warmth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to season
- 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano adding earthiness
- 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper for subtle spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the unsalted butter with the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 20 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream, bringing this mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for approximately 8 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and blend into the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- In your slow cooker, place the chicken thighs side by side and sprinkle them with dried basil, oregano, parsley, salt, and ground pepper.
- Layer the sliced sun-dried tomatoes over the seasoned chicken and pour the creamy sauce over the entire dish.
Cooking
- Cover your slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours until the chicken is fall-apart tender.
- When it’s done, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and stir in the baby spinach until it’s just wilted.
Serving
- Serve the Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with the creamy sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
For best results, sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side before placing it in the slow cooker. Feel free to experiment with different herbs.