Italian Chicken Crock Pot

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Italian Chicken Crock Pot recipe, a comforting blend of tender chicken breasts, hearty crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant Italian herbs. Perfectly slow-cooked to infuse bold, savory flavors, this dish is a deliciously easy way to bring the taste of Italy to your table. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this recipe lets your slow cooker do all the work, resulting in juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken bathed in a rich tomato sauce. Serve it alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread, and finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley for a gourmet touch. This one-pot meal is as simple as it is flavorful, ideal for busy families or cozy gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Diced onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. This step is optional but adds additional flavor.

Step 3

Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the slow cooker.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, minced garlic, diced onion, diced bell pepper, chicken broth, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is fully covered.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

Step 7

Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Italian chicken hot, spooning the sauce over the top. Optionally, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Step 9

Pair with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2134.3 grams (2134.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1862

Total Fat 58.30g	75%
Saturated Fat 20.10g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 639mg	213%
Sodium 4431mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 74.00g	27%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 39.30g
Protein 254.10g	508%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 1073mg	83%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 4648mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.6%

Protein: 55.3%

Carbs: 16.1%