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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

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A rich and cozy slow cooker chicken dish with creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (about 75 g), oil-packed, drained with 1 tbsp reserved oil
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped (about 90 g)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat, fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Mince the garlic, chop the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature or microwaving for 15 seconds.
  2. Sauté Aromatics (Optional but Recommended, 5 minutes): In a small skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, heavy cream, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes (or add them directly to the slow cooker), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  4. Arrange the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.
  5. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours (or high for about 2.5 hours) until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Add Spinach: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the fresh spinach to wilt gently.
  7. Final Touches: Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen it.
  8. Serve: Spoon the chicken and sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to prevent heat loss. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Blending cream cheese with heavy cream before adding prevents clumps. Slow cooker liners can ease cleanup. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with cashew-based spread and heavy cream with coconut cream. Sun-dried tomatoes can be replaced with roasted red peppers for milder tang.

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