Description
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Thighs is a mouthwatering dish that brings the essence of Italy to your table. Juicy bone-in chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a creamy sauce enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, creating a perfect blend of flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Rinse chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Layer the chicken in the slow cooker. Top with sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour chicken broth over the mixture until it covers the chicken.
- Add baby spinach on top, then cover the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream before serving and return the chicken to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg