Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A delicious and comforting dish combining tender chicken, creamy goodness, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240-360 minutes
- Total Time: 255-375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: In your slow cooker, lay the chicken breasts evenly at the bottom. Sprinkle the minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
- Add the cream: Pour in the heavy cream, ensuring the chicken is well coated with the sauce for maximum flavor.
- Cook low and slow: Set your slow cooker to cook on low for 240 to 360 minutes. The chicken should become tender and easily shred with a fork.
- Incorporate greens and cheese: Approximately 30 minutes before serving, stir in the fresh spinach and grated parmesan cheese. This allows the spinach to wilt and the cheese to melt, enriching the sauce.
- Serve: Once done, ladle the creamy chicken over your choice of pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk, or for a dairy-free option, use a plant-based cream.