Description
Transform busy weeknights into homely feasts with this one-pot Tuscan Chicken. Rich sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and spinach meld into tender chicken with minimal effort. Adapt it with garlic bread or thighs for deeper flavor.
Ingredients
1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (dairy-free)
⅓–½ cup low sodium chicken broth
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
2–3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for browning)
Instructions
Pat chicken dry with paper towels
In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic
Season chicken evenly with the mixture
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides (optional)
Place chicken in the crock pot
Add sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, heavy cream, chicken broth, and any reserved cheese rinds
Cook on low for 3–4 hours or high for 1.5–2 hours
If using cornstarch, mix with water to form a slurry and stir into the crock pot
Add fresh baby spinach and cook for 10 minutes until wilted
Let the sauce thicken before serving
Notes
Chicken thighs yield juicier results
Rehydrate dried tomatoes by soaking in water if needed
Minced garlic adds brightness
Use low sodium broth for better flavor control
Add Parmesan rinds during cooking to enhance umami
Swap cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option
Garlic bread or crusty rolls pair well with the dish
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 120
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg