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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Garlic Chicken

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A rich and comforting slow cooker chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for easy gourmet dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (jarred in oil preferred)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped (frozen drained works too)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing garlic)

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the chicken.
  5. Pour the creamy sauce mixture over the chicken and tomatoes.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
  7. About 15 minutes before the end of cooking, stir in the chopped spinach. Cover and continue cooking until spinach wilts.
  8. Once done, stir the sauce gently. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. If sauce is too thin, remove chicken and cook sauce on high uncovered for 10-15 minutes to thicken, stirring occasionally.
  9. Serve the chicken with plenty of creamy sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

Do not lift the lid during cooking to keep moisture in. Use fresh minced garlic and freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture. If sauce is too thin, thicken it at the end by cooking uncovered on high. Chicken breasts should be similar size for even cooking. Frozen chicken should be thawed before cooking. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness.

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Keywords: crockpot chicken, Tuscan chicken, creamy garlic chicken, slow cooker dinner, easy gourmet dinner, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, comfort food

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