Description
Tuscan Garlic Chicken is a creamy, aromatic dish that infuses your kitchen with the enchanting flavors of Italy. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a luscious garlic sauce, enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs, creating a delightful meal that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. This crockpot recipe allows you to enjoy homemade comfort food with minimal effort—simply set it and forget it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and measuring out spices.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Layer chicken breasts in the crockpot. Add sautéed garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese about 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with pasta or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before adding to the crockpot. Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or using turkey instead of chicken.