Description
Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken is your ultimate solution for a quick, flavorful meal on busy nights. With minimal prep and a medley of vibrant ingredients, this dish transforms simple chicken breasts into a savory feast that delights the whole family. Sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, and fresh spinach blend seamlessly in your slow cooker, creating a comforting Italian-inspired meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or garlic bread. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe makes every occasion special without the fuss.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 6 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 14 oz can artichoke hearts (drained and quartered)
- 8 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 8 oz baby spinach
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot and season with salt, pepper, and pressed garlic.
- Layer the artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and diced onion over the seasoned chicken.
- Cover and cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours or low for 3.5 to 4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165หF.
- Add spinach to the top of the dish in the last 5-10 minutes to allow it to wilt before stirring everything together.
- Serve hot, either whole or shredded with toppings mixed in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes for enhanced flavor. Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. This dish is great as leftovers; simply store them properly.