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Tuscan Chicken

A comforting slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce, blended with spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 670
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped packed in oil or rehydrated from dry
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream for a lighter version, swap with half-and-half
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese use freshly grated for best melt
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle both sides with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Press the seasonings in so they cling to the meat.
  2. Place the seasoned breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker. Scatter the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the top.
  3. Pour ½ cup chicken broth into the slow cooker around the chicken (not necessarily over it) to prevent the cream from breaking down.
Cooking
  1. Cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup grated Parmesan. Cover and continue cooking until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened.
Finishing Touch
  1. Stir in chopped baby spinach and let it wilt for a few minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve with your choice of pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or bread.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to avoid sauce separation. Consider using seared chicken for enhanced flavor.