Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken, a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese, all effortlessly prepared in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce:

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

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Instructions

Prepare Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
Add Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 2.5–3 hours until chicken is tender.
Finish Sauce: Remove chicken, stir in cream, Parmesan. Thicken with cornstarch if desired. Return chicken to slow cooker and cook for another 20–30 minutes.
Serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and omit Parmesan.
Add spinach or mushrooms during the last hour for extra veggies.