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Easy Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Chicken

This slow-cooked chicken dish combines tender chicken thighs with a flavorful tomato-basil sauce, creating a comforting and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, diced onion, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the tomato-basil mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Serve the Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Chicken over cooked pasta, rice, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

For maximum moisture and tenderness, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. The slow cooking process allows the tomatoes to break down and the basil to infuse the dish with its aromatic essence, creating a perfectly balanced and flavorful meal. This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for longer-term storage.