Description
Classic Crockpot Tuscan is a flavorful Italian-inspired dish that cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker. This comforting recipe combines tender chicken thighs, sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic, resulting in a warm meal that will transport you to Tuscany. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s a dish that guarantees seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop garlic and halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides.
- Layer the chicken at the bottom of your crockpot; add tomatoes, spinach, olives, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour in chicken broth to keep everything moist.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg