• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Keto Cooking Christian

  • Recipes
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Sides
    • Breads
    • Breakfast
    • Air Fryer
    • Slow Cooker
    • Appetizers
    • Soups
    • Salads
    • Sauces & Condiments
  • Cookbooks
  • Free Meal Plan
  • Keto
  • Shop
  • Faith
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Keto Cookbooks
  • Free Keto Meal Plan
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • How to Start Keto
  • Keto Diet Articles
  • Faith
  • About
  • Work With Me
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home / Recipes / Dinner / Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

    December 8, 2021 by Keto Cooking Christian 24 Comments

    This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, see Disclosure.
    17386 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Email
    Jump to Recipe Save RecipeSaved!

    This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with a delicious sun-dried tomato and spinach cream sauce is what comfort food is made of.

    tuscan chicken held up with spatula over cream sauce

    FREE KETO FAT BOMBS EBOOK

    DOWNLOAD NOW

    Juicy and tender chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned then topped with amazing Italian herb cream sauce. From there, the slow cooker does the rest!

    closeup of piece of tuscan chicken on white plate

    This is such a delicious and decadent meal. It is packed with so much flavor, it tastes like it came straight out of an Italian restaurant!

    Tuscan chicken in cream sauce with spinach

    On busy weeknights there is nothing better than coming home to dinner that's already prepared, like this Mississippi Crockpot Roast or a bowl of this warm and hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Soup. During the holidays when your oven is tied up, this tender and juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast is a total game changer.

    What's in Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

    • Chicken thighs
    • Baby spinach
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Heavy cream
    • Sun-dried tomatoes
    • Chicken stock
    • Garlic
    • Butter
    • Dried parsley
    • Dried basil
    • Salt
    • Dried oregano
    • Ground pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Tuscan Chicken Crock Pot Style

    Add the butter, oil from the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic to a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté for about 20 seconds, making sure you don’t brown it. 

    minced garlic in saucepan

    Then pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream, then simmer for about 8 minutes or until thickened.

    cream sauce with grated parmesan cheese in saucepan

    Stir in the parmesan cheese and continue simmering for another 3-5 minutes.

    raw chicken thighs in crockpot with spices on top

    Add the chicken into the insert of your slow cooker and sprinkle the basil, oregano, parsley, salt and pepper over the tops.

    raw chicken with sun dried tomatoes on top in crockpot insert

    Add the sun-dried tomatoes on top of the chicken.

    tuscan chicken uncooked in slow cooker insert

    Then pour the sauce over top and cook for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low.

    tuscan chicken cooked in slow cooker insert

    Remove the chicken and set it aside, then stir in the spinach and cover until wilted. 

    baby spinach in slow cooker insert

    Serve with the sauce poured over the top.

    tuscan cream sauce with spinach in crockpot insert

    Store leftovers in an airtight container.

    tuscan chicken thighs in crockpot insert

    Can I Freeze Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes Cooked with Cream Sauce?

    You certainly can. This Tuscan chicken will freeze for up to a couple of months in an airtight container. There is a chance that the cream will separate when you thaw the chicken out. If that happens, whisk the sauce as it reheats until its reincorporated well.

    Can I Use Bone In Chicken Thighs?

    If you were to adapt this recipe to oven baked Tuscan Chicken you could certainly use bone in thighs. But for slow cooker chicken, boneless is the way to go.

    When you cook chicken thighs in the crockpot, they become so tender that they literally fall apart. And because no one really wants to have to dig around in the sauce trying to find all the bones, its recommended to use boneless.

    Tuscan chicken in cream sauce with spinach

    Is it Better to Cook Chicken on High or Low in Crockpot?

    This is a GREAT thing about crock pot chicken! If you are in a hurry, you can cook the chicken on high and it will turn out just fine. My personal preference is low and slow. That allows the chicken to really soak in the sauce. Either way, you can't go wrong.

    What Goes with Tuscan Chicken Thighs?

    This Tuscan crockpot chicken has spinach cooked right in the sauce which means this could be an entire meal in one. But if you are looking for more Keto or low carb sides, here are some of the most popular ones that are sure to be a hit:

    • Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto
    • Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
    • Cheese Mashed Cauliflower
    • Grilled Broccolini
    • Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
    • Roasted Garlic & Rosemary Mashed Cauliflower
    • Easy Broccoli Salad with Bacon
    tuscan chicken held up with spatula over cream sauce

    Substitutions for Tuscan Slow Cooker Chicken

    Chicken Breasts: You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts if you prefer. To use breasts, you'll want to adjust the cooking time. Breasts are much denser and require more time. Start with an additional 45 minutes and then check to see if they are done. They should easily pull apart when you insert a fork into the center of one.

    Cream Cheese: If you want a thicker cream sauce, you can add a block of cream cheese to the skillet along with the cream. Keep stirring it until it's all melted.

    Mushrooms: Thick and beefy sliced mushrooms are a great way to help stretch out this dish when you're cooking for a crowd.

    Kale: Not a fan of spinach? You can use finely chopped kale in place of the spinach. Be sure and cut away the spine that runs down the leaves of kale or it will be tough and chewy.

    closeup of piece of tuscan chicken on white plate

    More Low Carb Chicken Recipes

    • Thai Red Curry Coconut Grilled Chicken
    • Grilled Chicken with Rosemary Citrus Glaze
    • Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole
    • Creamy Chicken Tuscan Skillet
    • Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole
    • Chicken Florentine Skillet
    • Instant Pot Chicken Marsala
    • Creamy Chicken Poblano Chicken
    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken pin
    20 Easy Keto Recipes Cover Thumbnail

    FREE 20 EASY KETO RECIPES EBOOK

    DOWNLOAD NOW
    tuscan chicken held up with spatula over cream sauce

    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

    This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with a delicious sun-dried tomato and spinach cream sauce is what comfort food is made of.
    5 from 5 votes
    Print Pin SaveSaved! Rate
    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 3 hrs 15 mins
    Total Time 3 hrs 20 mins
    Author: Julianne
    Course: Main Course
    Calories: 464
    Servings: 6

    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
    • 3 ounces baby spinach
    • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced (packed in oil)
    • ½ cup chicken stock
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 tablespoon oil from jar of sun-dried tomatoes
    • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
    • ½ teaspoon dried basil
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Add the butter, oil from the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic to a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté for about 20 seconds, making sure you don’t brown it. Then pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream, then simmer for about 8 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the parmesan cheese and continue simmering for another 3-5 minutes.
    • Add the chicken into the insert of your slow cooker and sprinkle the basil, oregano, parsley, salt and pepper over the tops.
    • Add the sun-dried tomatoes on top of the chicken, then pour the sauce over top and cook for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low.
    • Remove the chicken and set it aside, then stir in the spinach and cover until wilted. Serve with the sauce poured over the top.
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
    Share on Instagramand tag @ketocookingchristian

    © Copyright for Keto Cooking Christian LLC. Please use the share buttons to share on social media, but please do not copy/paste the recipe.

    Keto eBook Mega Bundle
    Save 70% OFF 12 EBOOK BUNDLE
    Nutrition Facts
    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 464 Calories from Fat 324
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 36g55%
    Saturated Fat 18g113%
    Carbohydrates 5g2%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 35g70%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol- Swerve, Erythritol, Allulose, or Monk Fruit.

    17386 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Email

    Filed Under: Chicken, Dinner, Italian, Posts, Recipes, Slow Cooker

    Bible verse of the day

    But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
    James 1:22

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Rebecca

      November 01, 2022 at 12:49 am

      Hey! I made this dish last night and it was super amazing and flavorful. My only concern was the fact that all the high quality cheese got ruined due to it being slight burnt with build up at the bottom. What do you think went wrong? I did three hours on high

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        November 01, 2022 at 6:12 pm

        I honestly have no idea because I have never heard of that happening before. If your slow cooker cooks hotter than some, that may cause it. You should try cooking it on low next time and give it a good stir a couple of times while it's cooking.

        Reply
    2. Devi

      September 20, 2022 at 10:18 am

      Hi, if I’m using chicken breast, how long would you advise in the slow cooker? This looks yummy and easy and I would like to try it today 🤩

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        September 20, 2022 at 4:07 pm

        I hope you love it! If you're using breasts, it will determine how much chicken you're using as to how long it takes to cook. But on high, they should take around 4-5 hours.

        Reply
    3. Ella

      September 11, 2022 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my gosh, this is one of the best things I've ever eaten and I've eater a lot of great food!!! WOW!!! Incredible! Can't wait to try your other chicken recipes. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        October 06, 2022 at 9:18 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the glowing review!

        Reply
    4. Tori

      August 17, 2022 at 8:40 pm

      Could I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        August 18, 2022 at 2:37 pm

        Sure! The amount of time it cooks may vary.

        Reply
    5. Lisa Barker

      August 17, 2022 at 12:03 pm

      5 stars
      Loved this so much we are going to be making this a lot! My new favorite slow cooker meal! Thank you 🙏🏼

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        August 17, 2022 at 4:56 pm

        That's so awesome! I love a flavorful slow cooker meal and this one is one of my favorites too.

        Reply
    6. patti

      May 08, 2022 at 10:20 am

      are the chicken thighs skinless or skin on ? thank you

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        May 10, 2022 at 11:47 am

        When I am cooking them my slow cooker, I prefer to use skinless most of the time.

        Reply
    7. Lilian Davies

      February 23, 2022 at 10:54 am

      5 stars
      Can I use an alternative to heavy cream?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        October 06, 2022 at 9:31 am

        You could use milk, but it will increase the carbs some. Coconut milk would work too, but the flavor might be a bit strange.

        Reply
    8. Kelley-Ann

      February 12, 2022 at 7:01 pm

      5 stars
      I made this and served it to my family - it was like eating a high-end meal at a hoity-toity restaurant. My mother has announced to the rest of us that "this dish is a definite keeper"! Oh, yeah!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        February 13, 2022 at 6:38 pm

        I absolutely LOVE this!!! You just made my day. I am so excited you enjoyed it so much. It really is a tasty dish.

        Reply
    9. Karen

      February 12, 2022 at 3:45 pm

      How are the chicken thighs com I got put browned like in the picture? They look amazing but putting in the crockpot raw and covering with the sauce, I don’t understand how they are coming out browned?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        February 13, 2022 at 6:43 pm

        The sun-dried tomato sauce is what gives the chicken such pretty color. You can certainly brown them if you like, but it works really great without that step.

        Reply
    10. Nicole

      January 15, 2022 at 11:23 am

      It says to sauté the sun dried tomatoes with the butter and garlic and then to add chicken stock and heavy cream to make the sauce. So are we supposed to go in and pick the sun dried tomatoes out to put on top of the chicken before pouring the cream over chicken? It’s a little confusing bc the way it’s written says to put them on top of chicken but it has you cooking them first. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 16, 2022 at 6:19 pm

        The recipe states to add the "sun-dried tomatoes oil" and the butter in the skillet, that is what the garlic is sautéed in. The sun-dried tomatoes are placed on top of the chicken, as the pictures reflect. To avoid any confusion, I've edited the recipe to say "oil from the sun-dried tomatoes".

        Reply
    11. Pat Smart

      December 16, 2021 at 6:22 pm

      Are the chicken thighs sauteed until browned as in the description of the recipe or are they placed in the slowcooker raw as the instructions seem to imply?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 16, 2021 at 6:44 pm

        Oh my goodness! Thank you for pointing that out. That is what happens when you are working on too many new recipes at one time. I will edit the post to correct the error. They are seasoned and added in raw. I appreciate you letting me know, so much!

        Reply
    12. Shannon F

      December 10, 2021 at 6:46 pm

      5 stars
      Unbelievably easy and delish!!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 10, 2021 at 6:47 pm

        Thanks so much, I'm happy you loved it!

        Reply

    Leave a Comment or Review Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Julianne Walser KCC

    I'm Julianne, welcome! I offer tasty and indulgent Keto and Low Carb recipes that will never leave you feeling deprived!

    More about me →

    Footer

    AS FEATURED ON

    As Featured On Banner
    As Featured On Banner

    •SUBSCRIBE

    •COOKBOOKS

    •SHOP

    •WEB STORIES

    •ABOUT

    •CONTACT

    •PRIVACY POLICY

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
    • Amazon

    Copyright © 2023 Keto Cooking Christian® Registered Trademark | All Rights Reserved