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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan Garlic Chicken

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A creamy, garlicky slow cooker chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for an easy and comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for sautéing garlic)

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
  2. Optional: In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Skip this step to add raw garlic directly to the crockpot.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the crockpot. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéed or raw garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, remaining Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Allow spinach to wilt and cheese to melt.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. For a smoother sauce, shred the chicken with two forks and stir into the sauce. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
  7. If sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into crockpot. Cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes to thicken.

Notes

Sautéing garlic mellows its sharpness but can be skipped for convenience. Add spinach late to keep it vibrant. Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor. To thicken sauce, use cornstarch slurry and cook uncovered. Can be adapted for stovetop simmering or Instant Pot.

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