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Tuscan Chicken in the Slow Cooker

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2 Servings

Ingredients

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 12 oz roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup frozen spinach
  • 6 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Place the 3 chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • In a bowl, mix together roasted red peppers, chicken broth, basil, parsley, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-6 ½ hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, add the frozen spinach directly to the slow cooker. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cover and continue cooking until the spinach is heated through, and the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the Tuscan chicken over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.