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Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

Mouthwatering Crockpot Tuscan Chicken for Easy Comfort Food

This Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that's easy to prepare, bringing restaurant-quality comfort food right to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil or ghee.
  • 6 cloves Garlic, minced Consider using garlic powder for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Chicken broth Opt for low-sodium for better salt control.
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Asiago cheese can be used for a twist.
For the Main Dish
  • 6-8 pieces Chicken thighs, skinless, bone-in Chicken breasts can be swapped, but thighs provide more flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning You can create a homemade blend for freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red chili pepper flakes Adjust to your taste for milder flavor.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Black pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Jarred options work wonderfully.
  • 2 cups Spinach, chopped Can be replaced with kale or arugula.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and golden, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, allowing the mixture to simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
  3. Once thickened, lower the heat and whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  4. Place the skinless, bone-in chicken thighs in the crockpot, ensuring they are well-distributed, and season with Italian seasoning, crushed red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Gently sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes atop the seasoned chicken in the crockpot.
  6. Carefully pour the creamy sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is lovingly covered.
  7. Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
  8. Remove the tender chicken from the crockpot and stir in the chopped spinach, cooking until wilted.
  9. Return the chicken to the crockpot, spooning the wilted spinach and tomatoes over the top, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, consider storing the chicken and sauce separately to maintain moisture when reheating.

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