Description
This Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a savory Alfredo and sun-dried tomato sauce, infused with Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and a boost of fresh spinach for a delicious, creamy meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper for seasoning
- 2 (15-ounce) jars Alfredo sauce with roasted garlic
- 2 (3-ounce) packages slivered sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
For the Vegetables
- 1 (5-ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
Instructions
- Brown the chicken: Melt butter in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Prepare the sauce mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well until smooth.
- Cook the chicken in the slow cooker: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Add spinach: Open the lid, stir in the fresh baby spinach leaves, then cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Serve: Plate the chicken with the creamy sauce and spinach. Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Tuscan chicken.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For a thicker sauce, you can stir in a slurry of cornstarch and cold water and cook on high for 10 minutes.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
