Italian Chicken (Crock Pot- Slow Cooker)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16
Italian Chicken made in a Crock Pot-Slow Cooker for a delicious dinner at home
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 8 ounces each )
1 can crushed tomatoes
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water
hot cooked rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
298
Sugar
4g
Fat
3g
Italian Chicken made in a Crock Pot-Slow Cooker is a delicious and easy way to make chicken for dinner at home. This recipe uses boneless skinless chicken breasts, which are cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce. The slow cooking process makes the chicken moist and tender, and the sauce is full of flavor. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious and easy meal without a lot of prep work. Serve the chicken over hot cooked rice, and you have a complete meal that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, place chicken breasts on the bottom.
2.In a mixing bowl, mix crushed tomatoes, water, onion flakes, chicken bouillon granules, chili powder, tarragon, italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well combined.
3.Pour the mixture over the chicken, making sure each breast is coated in sauce.
4.Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5.In a small bowl, mix together cornstarch and water to form a slurry.
6.Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside.
7.Pour the sauce into a saucepan and heat over medium heat.
8.Add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce and stir until it thickens.
9.Serve the chicken over hot cooked rice and drizzle the sauce on top.

PROS

Italian Chicken made in a Crock Pot-Slow Cooker is an easy and flavorful way to make chicken.

The slow cooking process makes the chicken moist and tender, and the sauce is spicy and savory.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without a lot of prep work.

CONS

While this recipe is easy, it does take some time to cook.

If you don’t have a slow cooker, this recipe may not be as easy to make.

The sauce is also quite spicy, so it may not be suitable for those who don’t like spicy food.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses boneless skinless chicken breasts, which are a good source of lean protein.
The sauce also contains some spices which may have health benefits.
Chili powder has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in weight loss, while garlic powder has antimicrobial properties.
However, this dish can be high in sodium, so it may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

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