Slow Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato Creamy Chicken

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🍅🍗 Slow Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato Creamy Chicken

Description

This Slow Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken is a rich, creamy, and flavor-packed dish made with just a few simple ingredients. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a savory cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, creating a comforting meal perfect over pasta, rice, or veggies.

Ingredients (5 Simple Ingredients)

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese
  • 1 packet Italian seasoning mix (or 1 tbsp Italian herbs)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Optional:

  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley
  • Garlic (extra flavor boost)

 Instructions

1. Add to Slow Cooker

  • Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  • Scatter chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly on top.
  • Add cream cheese (whole block) on top.
  • Pour chicken broth around the chicken.

2. Cook

  • Cover and cook:
    • Low: 5–6 hours
    • High: 3–4 hours

3. Shred & Mix

  • Remove chicken and shred with forks.
  • Return to slow cooker and stir until cream cheese melts into a creamy sauce.

4. Finish

  • Add parmesan if using and mix well.

5. Serve

  • Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or zucchini noodles.

Tips

  • Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for best flavor.
  • Add spinach at the end for a healthy twist.
  • Stir halfway through if possible for smoother sauce.
  • Add a splash of milk if sauce gets too thick.

 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: ~400–500 kcal
  • Protein: ~35g
  • Carbs: ~6–10g
  • Fat: ~25g

 Benefits

  • ✔ Only 5 main ingredients
  • ✔ High protein
  • ✔ Low-carb friendly
  • ✔ Easy slow cooker meal
  • ✔ Great for meal prep

Q&A

Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
A: Yes! They’ll be even more tender and flavorful.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Use a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, up to 2 months (reheat with a splash of liquid).

Q: What can I serve it with?
A: Pasta, rice, cauliflower rice, or veggies.

 Servings

  • Serves: 4 people
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5–6 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
  • Total Time: ~5–6 hours

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