A bowl of Crockpot Creamy Spinach Chicken hits hardest after a long day, once boneless, skinless chicken breasts, fresh spinach, chopped, and heavy cream have had hours to soften and come together. That is the quiet appeal of this crockpot creamy spinach chicken: real food without standing over the pot.
Perfect for busy weeknights, this Crockpot recipe combines chicken breasts, spinach, cream, and seasonings to create a satisfying dish that pairs well with rice or pasta.
Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Spinach Chicken
This recipe features chicken breasts cooked slowly in a creamy sauce with spinach, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. It takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cooked rice or pasta for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, add the seared chicken, chopped spinach, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine with the creamy sauce. Serve over cooked rice or pasta.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
Serve it the way your family likes and tuck any extra into the fridge; the flavors only settle in overnight.
