Description

This creamy tomato basil chicken slow cooker recipe combines tender chicken with a rich, velvety tomato sauce infused with fresh basil. It’s an effortless, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

3–4 garlic cloves, minced

1 small onion, finely diced

1 tsp italian seasoning

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)

fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Grease the slow cooker insert with olive oil or spray and spread crushed tomatoes evenly in the bottom.

2. Add diced onion, minced garlic, italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the tomato layer.

3. Place chicken breasts or thighs on top of the tomato mixture and spoon some sauce over the chicken.

4. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours without lifting the lid.

5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in softened cream cheese until the sauce is creamy and smooth; sprinkle in parmesan if using.

6. Adjust seasoning if needed, let rest for 5–10 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: main course
Method: slow cook
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce

Keywords: creamy tomato basil chicken, crockpot chicken tomato, basil crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, easy crockpot recipes, creamy chicken basil