Description
Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a luscious, creamy tomato basil sauce make this Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken a go-to recipe for a comforting and easy meal. With a blend of rich tomato flavors, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Minimal prep and hands-off cooking make it a convenient choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker and set aside. Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth (optional).
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, blend it with an immersion blender or in a stand blender before returning the chicken to the slow cooker.
Chicken thighs can be used as a substitute for chicken breasts if preferred.
To make this dish dairy-free, replace heavy cream with coconut milk and omit Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
