Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines ease with incredible flavor. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this dish transforms into a rich, creamy delight that will impress your family and friends. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the chicken to absorb the vibrant flavors of tomatoes and fresh basil while becoming tender and juicy. Perfectly paired with pasta or rice, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy, making it a go-to choice for busy nights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, minced garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and pepper.
- Whisk together heavy whipping cream and cornstarch in a separate bowl; add to slow cooker.
- Place chicken breasts into the sauce mixture and coat well.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving hot with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg