Description

This Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is an easy, flavorful dinner made with just a few simple ingredients. Rich, creamy, and perfect for pairing with pasta or veggies!

Ingredients

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1 can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, with juice (14oz or 398ml)
1 cup marinara sauce
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

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Instructions

1. Add the tomatoes, sauce, garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, basil, and pepper to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the cream and cornstarch and add to the slow cooker.

3. Add the chicken and press down into the sauce.

4. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F.

5. Stir in the basil, taste and adjust seasonings as desired.

6. Serve with the Parmesan.

Notes

This recipe makes plenty of creamy tomato basil sauce—perfect for serving over pasta!

You can substitute chicken breasts with boneless skinless chicken thighs, sausages, or meatballs.

For a smoother sauce, substitute the diced tomatoes with additional marinara sauce.

Use heavy cream or evaporated milk for best results; avoid regular milk to prevent curdling.

Adjust herbs and spices to your preference, or add spice with cayenne or red pepper flakes.

If fresh basil isn’t available, swap it with basil pesto for similar flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 1099mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 74mg