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Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo

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Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo is a rich, comforting one-pot meal made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, orzo, and a creamy Parmesan sauce—effortlessly cooked to perfection in the crock pot.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–5 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high), plus 20–30 minutes for orzo
  • Total Time: 5–6 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or 1/2 tsp dried oregano and 1/2 tsp basil)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Lightly coat the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Add chicken, onion, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes to the crock pot.
  3. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and gently stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender.
  6. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
  7. Stir in orzo, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Re-cover and cook on high for 20–30 minutes until orzo is tender.
  8. Stir in spinach until wilted. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use turkey or chicken tenders as a protein alternative.
  • Make it vegetarian with chickpeas or white beans and vegetable broth.
  • Add vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini for more variety.
  • Include shredded mozzarella or fontina for extra creaminess.
  • For extra depth, add roasted red peppers and a dash of smoked paprika.

Nutrition

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