Crock Pot Chicken Italiano

Transform your weeknight dinners with Crock Pot Chicken Italiano, a cozy, hands-off recipe bursting with rustic Italian flavors. This slow-cooked delight features tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a vibrant marinara-style sauce made from crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, Italian seasoning, and a medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers and onions. With just 15 minutes of prep, your crock pot does the rest—infusing the dish with rich, all-day flavor as it gently cooks. Perfectly versatile, this hearty dish can be served over pasta, rice, or steamed veggies for a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Plus, a sprinkle of fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch! Ideal for busy days, this easy slow cooker Italian chicken recipe is a delicious and wholesome crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, sliced (any color)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Add the olive oil to the bottom of the crock pot to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts into the crock pot in a single layer.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, chopped onion, sliced bell pepper, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until well mixed.

Step 4

Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully covered in the sauce.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-7 hours, or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender (internal temperature should be 165°F).

Step 6

Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve the chicken and sauce over cooked pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired for added flavor and presentation. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2047.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567.4

Total Fat 41.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 3506.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 229.7g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 321.7mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 4365.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.1%

Protein: 59.3%

Carbs: 16.6%