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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker)

Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked with garlic, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and a creamy Tuscan-inspired sauce. This keto-friendly slow cooker recipe delivers rich Italian flavors with juicy chicken and a low-carb creamy sauce perfect for an easy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes no added sugar, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Mix Italian seasoning, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet and lightly sear chicken thighs for extra flavor.
  5. Place chicken into the slow cooker.
  6. Add garlic, chicken broth, butter, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours until chicken is tender.
  8. Add heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and spinach during the final 20–30 minutes.
  9. Stir gently until the sauce becomes creamy and the spinach wilts.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Add the cream, parmesan, and spinach near the end of cooking to keep the sauce smooth and prevent dairy separation. For the best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan cheese.