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Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Name: Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 375 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Tuscan-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained and chopped; 4 cups fresh baby spinach; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chicken broth (gluten-free if needed); 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for dairy-free option); 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, omit for dairy-free); 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried basil; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished May 11, 2026

Tuscan-Inspired 375 mins slowcookerlowcarbglutenfreedairyfreeeasycomfortfood

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes with measured ingredients, 375-minute timing, 6-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for one-pot, one-pan, skillet, casserole, and sheet-pan recipes.

Prep 15 min

Cook 360 min

Total 375 min

Servings 6

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Tuscan-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 6

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained and chopped
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth (gluten-free if needed)
1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for dairy-free option)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, omit for dairy-free)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Low-Carb Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
Place the seared chicken thighs on top of the mixture in the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth evenly over the ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the fresh spinach and heavy cream or coconut cream. If using Parmesan cheese, add it now and stir until melted and combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the chicken with the creamy spinach and sun-dried tomato sauce spooned over the top.
Optional: Serve alongside cauliflower rice or steamed low-carb vegetables to keep the meal low-carb and balanced.