Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken
This Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken turns simple ingredients into a comforting, restaurant-worthy dish with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce. It’s hands-off, easy to customize, and perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends when you want to share something special with loved ones.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Layer or mix the chicken pieces with olive oil and a light sprinkle of salt and pepper in the slow cooker. You want the chicken to have a bit of color and flavor from the oil as it cooks.
Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. The garlic will perfume the dish as it cooks, while the sun-dried tomatoes bring a warm tang.
Pour in the chicken broth and cream. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top and stir gently to distribute the flavors without splashing the creamy sauce all over the kitchen.
Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or on high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender. The exact time depends on your slow cooker.
Stir in the parmesan cheese and baby spinach. The spinach will wilt quickly, and the cheese will thicken the sauce into a luscious coating.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. If you like a thicker sauce, you can cook uncovered on high for an additional 15–20 minutes, or whisk in a little cornstarch slurry if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with warm crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.