Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Cooking a delicious meal doesn’t have to be complicated. Ina Garten’s creamy Tuscan garlic chicken is proof of that. This slow cooker chicken recipe is a great dish to add to your meal rotation. The creamy sauce pairs really well with the tender chicken. Serve this with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the chicken for 5 minutes on each side, or until it is golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker. Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- When the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce, then garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
This creamy Tuscan garlic chicken has approximately 456 calories per serving. It is a great source of protein, with about 34 grams per serving. It also contains 17 grams of fat and 7 grams of carbohydrates. This dish is also an excellent source of calcium, with 17% of your daily recommended intake.
Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
If you’re in the mood for something a bit more exotic, try Ina Garten’s slow cooker chicken curry. This recipe uses a combination of spices to give it a unique flavor. The combination of sweet and spicy makes this dish irresistible. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add the curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Transfer the onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add the chicken, coconut milk, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- When the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce, then garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
This slow cooker chicken curry has approximately 463 calories per serving. It is a great source of protein, with about 34 grams per serving. It also contains 17 grams of fat and 7 grams of carbohydrates. This dish is also an excellent source of vitamins A and C, with 20% and 15% of your daily recommended intake respectively.
