Crockpot Italian Chicken
A delightful and fragrant dish featuring tender chicken simmered with marinara sauce, herbs, and vegetables, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 piece bell pepper, sliced any color you prefer
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- to taste grated Parmesan cheese optional for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot, forming an even layer.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and chopped onion over the chicken.
- In a separate bowl, combine the marinara sauce, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Check the chicken's internal temperature after cooking to ensure it reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
Serving
- Once done, shred the chicken with two forks directly in the crockpot and stir everything to mix.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti, in a sub roll, or with rice/quinoa, and garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
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Notes
For added flavor, sauté the vegetables before adding them to the crockpot. You can use bone-in chicken for richer flavor, and experiment with different sauces or spices as desired.