Description
A flavorful, comforting slow cooker dish featuring chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and roughly chopped)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a lighter alternative)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until they’re translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Season them generously with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Add ingredients: Layer the sautéed onions and garlic over the chicken. Then, add sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.
- Pour in the cream: Add the heavy cream on top of everything in the slow cooker. Do not stir; let the cream sit on top.
- Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 360 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred and serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks. Stir everything well to combine the creamy sauce with the chicken and veggies.
Notes
This recipe is forgiving and can easily be adjusted for different flavors or dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian