Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken – Big Flavor, Minimal Effort!
You know that kind of dinner that makes your whole house smell amazing and tastes like it came from an Italian restaurant? This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken is it!
Juicy chicken slow-cooks in a creamy Parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce with almost zero work. Just add everything to the crockpot and let it do its thing.
Serve it over pasta or rice, or just grab a spoon for that sauce. Simple, cozy, and a guaranteed family favorite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There’s so much to love about this Tuscan chicken, but how little work it takes might be my favorite part. Season the chicken, whisk the sauce, and let the slow cooker do the rest.
It’s also rich and comforting. Juicy chicken simmers in a creamy Parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce, with spinach stirred in at the end.
And it tastes like a restaurant dinner, but it’s easy enough for any busy day.
Let’s cook!
Ingredients You’ll Need
This slow cooker Tuscan chicken uses a handful of simple ingredients.
- Chicken Breasts – boneless and skinless, they turn tender in the creamy sauce.
- Italian Seasoning and Onion Powder – classic Tuscan-style flavor.
- Salt and Pepper – to season the chicken.
- Garlic – adds savory depth to the sauce.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes – sweet, tangy, and full of flavor.
- Chicken Broth and Heavy Cream – the creamy base of the sauce.
- Parmesan Cheese – melts in for a rich, cheesy finish.
- Baby Spinach – stirred in at the end for color and freshness.
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, season the chicken. Coat both sides of the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Next, prep the slow cooker. Lightly spray the inside with nonstick cooking spray and add the chicken.
Now make the sauce. Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan.
Then cook. Pour the sauce over the chicken, cover, and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours until tender.
Add the spinach. Stir in the chopped spinach just before serving and let it wilt for a few minutes.
Finally, serve. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
That’s it! Cozy Tuscan flavor with almost no effort.
Expert Tips
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes. If they’re oil-packed, drain them so the sauce doesn’t get greasy.
Add spinach last. It stays bright and fresh instead of overcooked.
Thicken if needed. Stir in a little cornstarch slurry or extra Parmesan and cook a few more minutes.
Don’t overcook. Check the chicken at the earlier end of the time so it stays juicy.
Recipe Variations
I love this recipe as it is, but it’s easy to change up.
Use boneless chicken thighs for extra-juicy chicken.
Add sliced mushrooms or artichoke hearts with the sauce.
For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half, but stir it in during the last hour so it doesn’t separate.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of broth or cream.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over pasta, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes, with crusty bread for the sauce.
A crisp green salad or roasted veggies round out the meal.
Recipe FAQs
1. Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Boneless thighs work great and stay juicy.
2. How long does it cook?
3 hours on high or 5 hours on low.
3. Can I use frozen spinach?
Yes. Thaw and squeeze it dry before stirring it in.
4. Why is my sauce thin?
Slow cookers trap moisture. Stir in extra Parmesan or a cornstarch slurry to thicken it.
5. Can I make it dairy-free?
Try coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of cream and Parmesan.
You May Also Love
If this slow cooker Tuscan chicken has you craving more creamy, cozy dinners, here are a few more favorites I think you’ll enjoy. They’re all easy and full of flavor.
- Easy Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken – another creamy, hands-off Tuscan dinner.
- Tuscan Garlic Chicken Thighs – slow-cooked thighs in a creamy Parmesan sauce.
- Tuscan-Style Chicken Soup – a hearty bowl packed with Tuscan flavors.
- Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken – tender chicken in a silky garlic sauce.
- Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup – a cozy, creamy soup with sun-dried tomatoes.
Save a few of these for later, and you’ll always have something delicious to make!
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ tsp teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Coat both sides of the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the inside of the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray and place the seasoned chicken inside.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook: Pour the sauce over the chicken, cover, and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach just before serving, cover, and let it wilt for a few minutes.
- Serve & Enjoy: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
