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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Slow Cooker Dinner with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable to various dietary needs.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil preferred)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach (loosely packed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing garlic and sun-dried tomatoes)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Optional: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream and softened cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Place seasoned chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken (or add raw if skipping sauté).
  5. Add chicken broth, then pour the cream and cream cheese mixture over everything.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  7. About 10 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Allow spinach to wilt gently.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If sauce is too thin, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir in, cooking for another 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  9. Serve hot over your favorite sides.

Notes

Sautéing garlic and sun-dried tomatoes before slow cooking enhances flavor but can be skipped for convenience. Add spinach at the end to keep it vibrant and fresh. Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. For a creamier texture, shred chicken before stirring in spinach. To thicken sauce, use cornstarch slurry. This recipe can be adapted for dairy-free and keto diets.

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