Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Recipe
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Dietary Adjustments
For gluten‑free meals, ensure the tomato paste and any added broth are certified gluten‑free. To make it dairy‑free, substitute heavy cream with cashew cream or a plant‑based half‑and‑half. Keto diners can skip the wine and use a splash of chicken broth instead.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over buttery herb‑infused rice, creamy polenta, or a toasted baguette to soak up the sauce. A side of lightly dressed arugula adds peppery contrast, while roasted asparagus offers a crisp, green accompaniment.
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Recipe
Prep: 15 mins Cook: 4‑5 hrs (low) / 2‑3 hrs (high) Servings: 4 Imagine waking up to the aroma of slow‑cooked tomatoes, fresh basil, and tender chicken drifting…
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (28‑oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
Sauce & Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red‑pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
Combine & Transfer to Slow Cooker
- Mix the sauce. Stir in tomato paste, then add the crushed tomatoes, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper. Let the mixture simmer 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Layer the chicken. Place the seared chicken breasts into the slow cooker, then pour the tomato mixture over them, ensuring each piece is well‑coated.
- Slow‑cook. Cover and cook on LOW for 4‑5 hours or HIGH for 2‑3 hours. The chicken will become fork‑tender, and the sauce will thicken slightly.
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