Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo
Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the flavors of Italy to your dinner table. Tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta are combined with vibrant spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, creating a comforting dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Let your slow cooker do the magic while you savor the enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather and chop the vegetables; measure out the seasonings.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Top with diced tomatoes, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pour in chicken broth until submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours.
- Stir in spinach and orzo; cover and cook for an additional 20 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Drizzle heavy cream into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
- Spoon into bowls and garnish with extra spinach or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Substitute spinach with kale or use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a lighter version. - Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes or olives for extra flavor.