Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of Tuscany with this easy Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe. Combining juicy chicken breasts, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With minimal prep and just a few hours in the crock pot, you’ll be rewarded with a comforting dish that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz pasta (your choice), cooked al dente
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. Pour in the chicken broth.
- Add softened cream cheese on top of the mixture.
- Cook on low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Cook pasta separately according to package instructions; drain and mix into the crock pot before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg