Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Garlic Chicken
A slow-cooked chicken breast recipe made with cream cheese, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spinach, yielding a thick, savory sauce perfect for pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts Main protein
- ½ cup chicken broth Avoid washing off chicken seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach Add near the end to preserve texture
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing garlic and sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 oz cream cheese Softened before mixing
- ½ cup heavy cream Add to the sauce mixture
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Enhances creaminess and flavor
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For flavor in the sauce
- 1 pinch salt To season sauce to taste
- 1 pinch pepper To season sauce to taste
- 2-3 cloves minced garlic Sauté until fragrant
- ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes Adds a tangy flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, soften the cream cheese, then stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot, pour the sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth around the edges and spoon the cream cheese mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- About 10 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach and cover until wilted.
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
For deeper flavor, consider browning the chicken briefly before adding to the crockpot. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days, or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve cream texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 30g
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