Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast is a delicious, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy tomato-basil sauce. This comforting meal pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or a side of crusty bread for soaking up the rich sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours (low) / 2-3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 4-5 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped)
- 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. (This step is optional but adds flavor.)
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker:
- Place the seared chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Pour the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth over the chicken.
- Add minced garlic, dried basil (or chopped fresh basil), and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cream:
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the heavy cream.
- If the sauce is too thin, add the cornstarch mixture to thicken it.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Make it low-carb: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.