Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo
Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo is a comforting, one-pot meal bursting with Italian flavors. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich, creamy sauce, complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, all perfectly coated over orzo pasta. This dish warms your heart and fills your belly with every delicious bite. Ideal for busy weeknights, it transforms simple ingredients into a delightful feast that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (jarred in oil)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the sun-dried tomatoes and mince the garlic.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Place Everything in the Slow Cooker: Layer seasoned chicken at the bottom; add sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and orzo.
- Add Liquid Gold: Pour heavy cream over the ingredients and add water or chicken broth as needed.
- Set It and Forget It: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Serve It Up! Gently stir before serving; plate portions and top with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 98mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by swapping orzo for quinoa or rice. Enhance with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.