Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing you to enjoy a comforting meal with little fuss. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread, and watch your loved ones savor every bite. This versatile dish is sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs (14oz)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, minced garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy whipping cream and cornstarch until smooth; add to the slow cooker.
- Place chicken breasts into the mixture and ensure they are submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg