Description
Slow Cooker Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes & Basil is a simple, wholesome recipe that’s full of fresh flavor. Juicy chicken is slow-cooked with sweet cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, then finished with fresh basil for a bright and delicious meal. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a cozy, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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3 cups cherry tomatoes (whole or halved)
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (plus more for garnish)
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Optional: Grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
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Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Top with cherry tomatoes, garlic, onion, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Drizzle with olive oil and pour chicken broth (or white wine) over everything.
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Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 2.5–3.5 hours, until chicken is tender.
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Stir in fresh basil just before serving.
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Serve over pasta, rice, or with toasted bread, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
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Chicken thighs will be more tender, but breasts work just as well.
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For a creamier version, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream at the end.
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Add spinach in the last 10 minutes of cooking for extra veggies.