Description
Set-it-and-forget-it comfort with all the richness of Tuscan flavors—tender chicken slow-cooked in a velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, studded with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. This elegant yet effortless dish makes any evening feel gourmet.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp butter (optional, for browning)
1–2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½–1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
1 cup heavy cream
½–¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups fresh spinach (or thawed, drained frozen)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
(Optional) Brown chicken in butter or oil in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side for extra flavor.
Place chicken in the slow cooker. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and broth.
Cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Add spinach and cook until just wilted.
Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 - 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–6 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 836 / Serving
- Sugar: 20g / Serving
- Sodium: 1993mg / Serving
- Fat: 48g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 33g / Serving
- Protein: 67g / Serving