Description
An easy Slow Cooker Italian Chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights. This dump-and-go meal requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor, resulting in tender, juicy chicken coated in a rich Italian-inspired sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 0.25 cup tomato paste
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken pieces into the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Pour diced tomatoes (undrained) over the chicken. Spoon in tomato paste and pour in chicken broth.
- Stir in diced onion, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks, or slice into pieces.
- Serve the Italian chicken, optionally topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, thicken with a cornstarch slurry or simmer uncovered.
- This recipe is adaptable with different vegetables and seasonings.
- Thaw frozen chicken completely before cooking.
- Chicken thighs are recommended for juiciness.
- Check chicken for doneness, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A