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Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken

Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato-basil cream sauce, made effortlessly in the slow cooker. Perfect for busy nights or relaxed weekends!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-Inspired
Servings 4 people
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  • Place chicken in slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, minced garlic, and basil. Stir gently.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender.
  • In the last 30 minutes, stir in heavy cream (or coconut milk) and Parmesan cheese. Add cornstarch slurry if thickening is desired.
  • Stir, cover again, and cook the final 30 minutes until sauce is creamy and heated through.
  • Serve hot with sauce spooned over top. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
Keyword Creamy Chicken, Slow Cooker, Tomato Basil Chicken
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