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Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Recipe

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4.2 from 8 reviews

This Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is an incredibly easy and flavorful dinner recipe made with simple ingredients. With tender chicken breasts cooked low and slow in a rich tomato basil cream sauce, it’s the perfect comfort food that’s ready with minimal prep time.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

  • 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

Cream Mixture

  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Add the diced tomatoes with Italian herbs (including juice), marinara sauce, finely minced garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and pepper into a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all the flavors well.
  2. Mix Cream and Cornstarch: In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy whipping cream and cornstarch until smooth, then pour this mixture into the slow cooker. This will help thicken the sauce as it cooks.
  3. Add the Chicken: Place the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker, pressing them gently down into the sauce to ensure they are well coated and partially submerged.
  4. Slow Cook: Cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 165°F (74°C), indicating the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Finish with Fresh Basil: Once cooked, stir in the finely chopped fresh basil. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed to suit your preferences.
  6. Serve: Serve the creamy tomato basil chicken topped with grated Parmesan cheese. This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Some sauce was removed from the pictures in the slow cooker to show detail. The recipe makes plenty of sauce for serving with pasta or other sides.
  • Chicken substitutions: You can use boneless skinless chicken thighs, chicken meatballs, sausages, or other cuts if preferred.
  • Tomato pasta sauce: Use any marinara-style tomato sauce with rich flavor to enhance the dish.
  • Diced tomatoes: If you prefer a smoother sauce, substitute diced tomatoes with additional tomato sauce.
  • Cream options: Heavy cream or evaporated milk are recommended. Avoid regular milk or light cream as they may curdle.
  • Seasoning adjustments: Feel free to add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Fresh basil: If fresh basil is unavailable, basil pesto can be a great substitute to maintain the fresh basil flavor.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/slow-cooker-creamy-tomato-basil-chicken-recipe/