Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken. Tender chicken simmered in a velvety tomato basil sauce, finished with a touch of cream and Parmesan. Perfect for a comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce:
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place chicken in slow cooker. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, onion powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Finish: Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese 30 minutes before serving. Add spinach if desired and cook until heated through. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with basil.
Notes
- Sear chicken for added flavor before slow cooking.
- Substitute half-and-half or dairy-free alternatives for cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
