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Creamy Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy sauce served with pasta. Perfect for cozy dinners with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed preferred)
  • 4 cups packed fresh spinach
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing garlic or browning chicken)

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat from chicken breasts. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Optionally, brown chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side.
  2. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Add sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  4. Remove chicken breasts and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in softened cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh spinach. Mix until creamy and spinach wilts. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  6. Cook pasta separately in salted boiling water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Drain well.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat with sauce. Let sit on warm for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Optional browning of chicken adds flavor but is not required. Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Cook pasta separately to avoid mushiness. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water or extra broth if needed. Pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can be used to save time.

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