Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast

Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 240 min Total Time: 255 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Italian Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Description A comforting dish of creamy tomato sauce and tender chicken, perfect for busy families and culinary novices.

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
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Instructions

  1. Prepare your slow cooker: Plug it in and gather all your ingredients.
  2. Mix the sauce: In the slow cooker, combine diced tomatoes, heavy cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir well.
  3. Add the chicken: Place chicken breasts into the sauce, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. Drizzle olive oil: Add olive oil over the chicken for added flavor and moisture.
  5. Set the cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Finish with basil: Stir in freshly chopped basil once cooked.
  7. Serve it up: Serve over pasta or rice for a hearty meal.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Use fresh basil for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste, and experiment with different types of pasta or rice.