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Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Cost $15, save $25

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 240 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 2.2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
    • 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
    • ½ cup pitted and halved Castelvetrano olives
    • 2 cups torn fresh spinach
  • Seasonings

    • 2 teaspoons dried Italian herb seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Aromatics

    • 🧅 1 cup sliced onion
    • 🧄 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • Liquid Base

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 🥛 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • Optional thickening agents

    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 💧 2 tablespoons water

STEPS

1

Spray the interior of the slow cooker with cooking spray, or use a plastic liner.

2

Place chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

3

Evenly layer sun-dried tomatoes and sliced olives over the seasoned chicken.

4

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion to the hot oil and cook until onions begin to get tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

5

Using a slotted spoon, transfer onions to the slow cooker and spread evenly over the sun-dried tomatoes.

6

Return the skillet to medium heat and add cream, stirring until all the olive oil is incorporated and the sauce begins to bubble. Pour cream sauce evenly over the onions.

7

Cover slow cooker and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or Low for 6 to 7 hours if you prefer a longer cook time.

8

Remove cooked chicken and vegetables to a serving platter. Add torn spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.

9

The sauce will be a bit thin. If you like a thicker sauce, pour into a small saucepan over medium heat. Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water to form a slurry. Stir constantly until bubbly and thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.

10

Spoon sauce and spinach over the dish and serve warm.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

407

Calories

  • 27
    Protein
  • 9
    Carbs
  • 30
    Fats

💡 Use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil for the best flavor.Serve with crusty bread or over pasta for a complete meal.If you prefer less spice, reduce the red pepper flakes.Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days for an easy reheat meal.