Updated
My Crockpot Tuscan Chicken features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich broth of chicken stock, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning. I finish it off with a Parmesan cream sauce and fresh spinach for a comforting, restaurant-quality meal made effortlessly in the slow cooker.
Pin this recipe for later!
Pin It5-Star Review
“Wow! Great recipe, the wife ❤️ it. So easy to make as well. Perfect!! Many thanks.” – Paul
Easy Tuscan Chicken Recipe
Crockpot chicken is always a hit, but I love adding this delicious creamy sauce to takes things up a notch. Simple to prepare with fresh ingredients, this Tuscan chicken is loaded with flavor. It’s the perfect meal to enjoy with the family, but fancy enough to serve at a dinner party.
Tips for Beginners
- Use frozen spinach. It’s fine to use frozen spinach. However, it does require a few extra steps, such as thawing and then using a towel to remove the extra moisture.
- Use thighs instead of breasts. You can use thighs, though they may need to cook longer, so be sure to check for doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken thighs. It should be 160°F.
- Use the Instant Pot instead. If you prefer the Instant Pot to the crockpot, this Instant Pot Tuscan chicken is for you.
Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning store-bought or homemade
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8.5 oz. sun dried tomatoes drained and chopped (1 jar)
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach chopped
- fresh parsley or basil optional, for garnish
Video
Instructions
- Spray the crockpot insert with nonstick spray.
- Add the chicken and sprinkle the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on top.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Add the sun dried tomatoes and chicken stock.8.5 oz. sun dried tomatoes, ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
- Cook on high for 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the crockpot and set aside.
- To the crockpot, whisk in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup baby spinach
- Return the chicken to the crockpot to re-warm. Serve with fresh parsley or basil.fresh parsley or basil
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment!
How to Make Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Step by Step
Season the chicken: Spray your crockpot insert with nonstick spray. Add 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts and sprinkle them with 4 minced cloves of garlic, 1 tsp of Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.
Add the liquid: Add 8.5 oz. (1 jar) of drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes and ½ cup of low-sodium chicken stock.
Cook the chicken: Cook on high for 4 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked, then remove the chicken from the crockpot and set aside.
Whisk 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese directly in the crockpot. Stir in 1 cup of baby spinach and cook until it wilts.
Place the chicken back in the crockpot to warm up.
Garnish and serve: Serve with fresh parsley or basil.
Recipe Variations
- To enhance the flavor, sometimes I’ll toss in garlic or onion powder.
- For a touch of spice, I’ll sprinkle in a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
- When I’m entertaining, I’ll add a splash of white wine for a touch of sweetness and subtle fruitiness.
How to Store
Once cooled to room temperature, leftover Tuscan chicken will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until warmed all the way through.
Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat. Garnish with the fresh herbs once thawed and reheated.
Serving Suggestions
To start things off, I’ll prepare a kale salad, and then to soak up all the amazing flavors of the sauce, I’ll serve it with a side of pasta. Though rice, mashed potatoes, and no knead Dutch oven bread also do the trick to soak up all the creamy sauce, so not a drop goes to waste.
If I want to add a little alcohol element what do you recommend? White wine red wine or vodka?
Hi Diane, a splash of white wine could work!
I added 1/4 cup of white cooking wine, and it was delicious!
Very easy! I added a splash of white wine at the last step and used crushed red pepper. I only had skin on bone in chicken breasts and they worked well, just removed the skin/bones. Thanks for the recipe!
Wow! Great recipe, the wife ❤️ it. So easy to make aswell. Perfect!! Many thanks.
Love this recipe! next time I will try adding mushrooms
Has anyone tried replacing the cream with canned coconut milk???
Hi Sue, full-fat coconut milk should work well!
Can I cook on Low? And if so how long?
Hi Ashley, on low, we recommend cooking for 6-7 hours!
This was delicious when I first made it! The leftovers were just as good!! Will make this again. Thanks for the recipe.
We really enjoyed this recipe. I used a little corn starch to thicken the sauce up so we could serve it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with everyone!
Making this for the first time today. I misread the instructions and added 1 1/2 cups of chicken stock instead of 1/2 cup. Is this going to be a ruined attempt now?
Hi Steve, you should be able to fix it by draining off some of the liquid or pouring it into a pot on the stove and letting it cook off!
I make this in a skillet. That keeps the chicken from being overcooked. Cook the chicken in the garlic oil mix to 165 degrees. I put the tomatoes in the pan when I first turn the chicken. They will stick a bit, but that comes off when you deglaze the pan with chicken broth. Add the cream and cheese to the pan to make the sauce. Toss in the spinach and put the chicken back in. Serve with any pasta. My wife says she could eat just pasta and the sauce.