This slow cooker creamy Tuscan chicken is rich, creamy, and packed with Italian-inspired flavors. It’s incredibly easy to make and the perfect dish for a comforting meal any day of the week!
Slow Cooker For slow cooking the chicken and creamy sauce
Large Skillet For searing the chicken
Wooden Spoon For stirring the sauce
Ingredients
2poundsboneless skinless chicken breasts
½cupcreamy pesto sauce
1cupheavy cream
¼cupParmesan cheesegrated
2cupschicken broth
2clovesgarlicminced
12ouncespenne pastaor your favorite pasta
1teaspoonsaltadjust to taste
1teaspoonblack pepperfreshly ground
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, combine the creamy pesto sauce, heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the shredded chicken and creamy sauce. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh basil.
Notes
Use **chicken thighs** for extra flavor, or add **spinach** for an extra veggie boost.
Top with extra **Parmesan** or a drizzle of **olive oil** for added richness.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for **up to 3 days** and reheated easily on the stove or in the microwave.