YUM! Rich, velvety, and packed with restaurant-quality flavor, this Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is the ultimate slow-cooked comfort meal! Juicy chicken breasts slow-simmer in a creamy garlic-parmesan sauce studded with tender sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach for a luscious dinner that keeps carbs virtually non-existent!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ultra Low-Carb & Keto Heaven: Silky heavy cream, parmesan, and lean chicken combine for high-protein power with virtually zero net carbs.
Set-It-and-Forget-It Simplicity: Takes just 10 minutes of prep before letting your slow cooker do all the heavy lifting.
Decadent Italian Flavors: A rich, savory blend of minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil brings authentic Italian steakhouse flavor to your dinner table.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Slow Cooker (Crockpot): For slow-cooking the chicken breasts until juicy and tender.
Skillet (Optional): For quickly searing the chicken breasts before adding them to the slow cooker.
Ingredients
4 large Chicken breasts
1 cup Heavy cream
1/2 cup Chicken broth
1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 cups Fresh spinach
1/2 cup Grated parmesan cheese
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
4 fresh Basil leaves (for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Sear Chicken (Optional Step): Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
2. Layer Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Scatter the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the top.
3. Whisk & Pour Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, chicken broth, and grated parmesan cheese. Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken.
4. Slow Cook: Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours (or HIGH for 2 hours) until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is ultra-tender.
5. Add Spinach: Stir the 2 cups of fresh spinach into the hot sauce around the chicken. Cover and let rest on LOW for 5 to 10 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted.
6. Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and spoon the rich garlic-parmesan sauce generously over the chicken.
Chef’s Tips
Don’t Overcook Chicken Breasts: Because chicken breasts are lean, stick to the 3-to-4-hour LOW setting so they stay juicy and tender without drying out.
Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer an extra thick sauce, stir 2 tbsp of softened cream cheese into the crockpot 15 minutes before serving!
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving / Yields 4 Portions)
Servings: 4 portions
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: 48g
Net Carbs: 2g
Fat: 24g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work fantastically and become exceptionally juicy when slow-cooked on LOW for 4 to 5 hours.