Classic Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
This creamy Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is an easy and delicious meal featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Slow cooker
- Two forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes drained, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 4 oz Cream cheese block, softened
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- Salt and Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive oil for searing, optional
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Pat the chicken dry and season it generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until browned, which is optional but recommended for flavor.
- Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker and add chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is very tender and easily shredded.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the crockpot.
- Add softened cream cheese and heavy cream to the crockpot, then stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese until the spinach wilts.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed, perhaps adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the seasonings. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.