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Creamy Tuscan Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

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This creamy Tuscan slow cooker chicken stew is a hearty, comforting meal packed with juicy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce. It’s easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights, and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
  • Olive oil, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, slice the carrots, dice the celery, and halve or quarter the potatoes.
  2. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes on top. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour chicken broth over all ingredients. Gently stir to settle the veggies. Cover with the lid.
  4. Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and potatoes are soft.
  5. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks or chop into bite-sized pieces. Return chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Fold in chopped spinach and cover for 5-10 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If stew is too thick, add a splash of broth; if too thin, cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  8. Serve hot in bowls, topped with extra Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and fresh black pepper. Enjoy with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free Parmesan. To make it low-carb, swap potatoes for cauliflower florets. Add spinach at the end to keep it vibrant. For extra flavor, blend a cup of the broth and veggies before adding the cream. Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well for up to 3 months.

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