Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes—thighs stay juicy and rich longer; just check doneness after 4–5 hours on low.

How do I thicken the sauce if it's too thin?

Stir in a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water or cook uncovered for 15 minutes at the end.

Can I prep this dish ahead of time?

Yes—assemble ingredients in the crockpot insert the night before and refrigerate. Cook from cold when ready.

How long can leftovers be stored?

Transfer to an airtight container—the dish keeps in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave.

Is this freezer‑friendly?

Yes—freeze chicken and sauce in portions. Thaw overnight and reheat slowly to preserve sauce texture.

Slow Cooker Tuscan Garlic Chicken – Creamy Italian Favorite!

Name: Slow Cooker Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: PT-487630H54M52S
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 2–3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 2 cups fresh spinach; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

Creamy Tuscan-style chicken slow-cooked with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan – a rich and easy Italian dinner favorite.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

2–3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup chicken broth

½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half

1 tsp Italian seasoning

2 cups fresh spinach

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Place chicken in the crockpot.

2. Add sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, broth, cream, and seasoning.

3. Season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours.

4. Stir in spinach and Parmesan during the last 10 minutes.

5. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.

6. Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

For extra flavor, sauté garlic before adding to crockpot.

Use kale instead of spinach for more texture.

Add mushrooms or artichoke hearts in the last hour.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 540
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 48g
Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Tuscan Chicken, Crockpot Garlic Chicken, Creamy Italian Dinner