Crockpot Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Recipe
This Crockpot Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is an easy and comforting slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, perfect served over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the crockpot, then season them generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour the can of crushed tomatoes and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken evenly.
- Cook: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook the chicken for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.
- Add Cream: About 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time, stir in the cup of heavy cream thoroughly to create a rich, creamy sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, mix in the freshly chopped basil leaves to infuse the dish with fresh herbal flavor. Serve the creamy tomato basil chicken over your choice of pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to confirm it’s fully cooked.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt, adding it at the end to prevent curdling.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil, but reduce the quantity to about 1 tablespoon to avoid overpowering the dish.
- This recipe can be doubled, but adjust cooking time slightly if crockpot is very full.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
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