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Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo

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A creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (not in oil)
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into small cubes and place them into the slow cooker.
  2. Add Aromatics: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Add minced garlic and diced onion, then stir to combine.
  3. Pour in the Broth: Slowly pour low-sodium chicken broth into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
  4. Add the Cream and Orzo: Pour heavy cream over the mixture and add orzo. Stir to ensure orzo is submerged.
  5. Finish with Spinach and Parmesan: After cooking on low for about 4 hours, add spinach and Parmesan cheese. Stir and allow to cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Notes

This dish can be garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs like basil or parsley. Pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.

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