Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken (Print Version)

Juicy chicken in a creamy tomato basil sauce, perfect for easy, flavorful main dishes.

# Components:

→ Canned Goods

01 - 14-ounce can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs
02 - 1 cup tomato pasta sauce

→ Seasonings

03 - 2 teaspoons minced garlic
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Dairy

08 - 1/2 cup evaporated milk or heavy cream

→ Thickening Agent

09 - 2 tablespoons corn starch

→ Protein

10 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

→ Fresh Herbs

11 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Add diced tomatoes, tomato pasta sauce, minced garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and black pepper to a 3- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
02 - Whisk together evaporated milk or heavy cream with corn starch until fully smooth. Pour into the slow cooker and stir to incorporate with the base sauce.
03 - Arrange boneless skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker, submerging them in the tomato mixture.
04 - Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 5 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F (75°C). Cooking duration depends on your slow cooker model.
05 - Gently stir in finely chopped fresh basil just before serving. Serve warm, optionally over pasta, rice, or alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses pantry staples so you probably have everything you need on hand
  • Cooks hands-off in the slow cooker for maximum ease
  • Family friendly flavors that appeal to both kids and adults
  • Versatile serving options over pasta rice or with a salad
  • Naturally gluten free and easy to adapt
02 -
  • High in protein and low in carbs
  • Freezes well for easy meal prepping
  • Flexible for ingredient swaps with pantry or fridge staples
03 -
  • Always whisk corn starch into the cream before adding to prevent lumps
  • Do not open the slow cooker during cooking to maintain temperature and keep the chicken juicy
  • Taste test the final sauce and adjust salt or pepper as desired This trick makes the flavors shine

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