Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken
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Tender, flavorful, and so easy to make, this Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken is a comforting dish packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavor. It’s the perfect hands-off recipe for a satisfying meal with minimal prep time!
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Easy Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Recipe
This slow cooker meal is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it recipe! A handful of simple ingredients, like tender chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and savory garlic, turn into something rich and delicious after just a few hours in the slow cooker.
The creamy sauce is full of deep, savory flavor with just a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Fresh spinach stirred in at the end adds color, texture, and a light, fresh finish that balances the richness perfectly! It’s so good over cauliflower mashed potatoes or a bowl of gluten-free spaghetti.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s incredibly easy. Just season, mix, pour, and cook! There are no complicated steps required.
- The flavor is perfectly balanced. The mix of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning makes the sauce taste like something you’d get at a restaurant.
- It’s great for meal prep. Leftovers reheat beautifully, making this a perfect make-ahead meal for busy weeks!
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken recipe. Here’s what to grab at the grocery store:
- Chicken breasts: I recommend using boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can use frozen chicken, too! Just thaw in the fridge overnight and then add to the slow cooker with the remaining ingredients.
- Italian Seasoning: A classic seasoning blend that brings out all the Mediterranean flavors.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds tons of savory flavor.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Chopped sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy, slightly sweet pop of flavor.
- Chicken Broth: Helps create a flavorful, balanced sauce.
- Nutritional Yeast: Adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.
- Coconut Milk: I prefer full-fat coconut milk for the richest, creamiest sauce.
- Fresh Spinach: Stirred in at the end for freshness and color.
- Red Pepper Flakes: A little heat to balance the creamy sauce.
- Salt & Black Pepper: The perfect simple seasoning combo!
Substitutions and Variations
- Chicken thighs: If you’d like, you can use boneless skinless chicken thighs in this recipe too.
- Heavy cream: Not a fan of coconut milk? You can also make this recipe using heavy cream.
- Parmesan cheese: Adds a hint of salty, savory flavor to the final dish!
How to Make Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
Here’s the best way to make this Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken from scratch in your slow cooker:
- Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and top with minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, nutritional yeast, and coconut milk. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Stir in spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve hot with steamed green beans or cauliflower mash!
Tips for Success
This irresistible Tuscan chicken is truly simple to make. For the very best results, follow these tips:
- Use full-fat coconut milk. For the richest and creamiest sauce, go with full-fat coconut milk rather than lite.
- Add the spinach last. Stirring the fresh spinach in right before serving keeps it a vibrant green color and prevents it from overcooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Make sure to taste the finished dish and adjust the salt and pepper if needed before serving.
FAQ
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They will last for 3-4 days.
Absolutely! This dish holds up very well. You can make it a day or two ahead and reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Yes, you can freeze it. Let the dish cool completely, then transfer it to freezer-safe containers or bags. It will keep for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
How to Serve
This crockpot Tuscan chicken recipe is a mouthwatering meal on its own. If you’d like, try serving it with some of our favorite sides!
- Salads: I love serving something rich and decadent with a fresh salad. This Brussels sprouts salad makes a great side. So does this quinoa arugula salad!
- Veggies: Try these air fryer roasted green beans or some easy air fried zucchini.
- Rice: This dish is delicious on a bed of fluffy Instant Pot jasmine rice or this tasty coconut cauliflower rice!
I’d love to hear about your experience making this recipe! Please leave a comment and rating below!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 cup canned coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and top with minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, nutritional yeast, and coconut milk. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Stir in spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve hot with steamed green beans or cauliflower mash!
Notes
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- This is not your classic Tuscan chicken, as the sauce is a bit lighter and not as thick and creamy. It’s still delicious. Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture. Lite coconut milk will make the sauce thinner. To thicken the sauce, you can mix 2-3 teaspoons of cornstarch with a splash of water and stir it in 15–30 minutes before serving.
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