The only thing better than this dish waiting for you at the end of a busy work/school/mommy/daddy day is this dish waiting and served with a side of fuzzy slippers and comfy duds.
Oh yeah! We’re talking comfort!
Comfort food from a slow cooker. Does it get any better?
I’m excited to share this recipe with you for a couple reasons. A) The flavors in this dish are the bomb…there’s so much going on here between the great textures, beautiful colors and awesome flavors – it’s like a hug in a bowl, and B) This dish was born as a result of my invitation to advertise a fabulous opportunity that you have to win…and win big! Redpack is hosting a promotion from October 22 – November 12 during which time they’ll give away two slow cookers a day for three weeks on its Facebook page. Simply go here to enter. Good luck!!
So, yes…hug in a bowl…and it’s a hug that will last you for days because leftovers heat up beautifully for more meals and more hugs later in the week.
Can we talk about these tomatoes? They really are the star here. They’re sweet and delicious and create the perfect sauce for this hearty meal. And it’s important to note that the health benefits created by the antioxidant, lycopene, which is released when tomatoes are heated, are equally worthy of star status.
You’ll want to serve the chicken over your favorite pasta and top with shredded Parmesan and chopped fresh basil. I used farfalle for a perfect little bite and a sweet presentation.
It’s a winner!
Buon Appetito!
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Slow Cooked Rustic Italian Chicken
- Category: Dinner
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 large carrots, cut into 1/2 inch slices
- 2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
- 12 oz. fresh mushrooms, some sliced and the rest kept whole
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can Redpack Diced Tomatoes in Juice
- 1 (28 ounce) can Redpack Crushed Tomatoes in Thick Puree
- 3 cups pasta of choice, cooked and drained
Instructions
- Spray slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Place chicken in slow cooker and top with remaining ingredients, except pasta.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
- Serve chicken over pasta and garnish.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped fresh basil.
{Recipe source: Redpack}
This conversation is sponsored by Redpack. The text and opinions are my own.
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How many servings is this? I work 12 hour shifts and love to prepare a meal for my three days in a row..can not wait to try it!!
This will easily serve 4. Figure 1/2 lb. of chicken per person. But since it’s served over pasta – you might be able to stretch a couple more meals out of it. Thanks for your question, Susan! Enjoy!
I love slow cooked chicken, so flavorful!
Mm-hmmm! Delicious and tender…Thanks for stopping by Sharon!
Ann….omg, I made this last night and it was SO tender and delicious! I served it over one of Wegman’s organic pastas called Girelle. It’s a heavy pasta but really good with this particular dish. I’ll be making this chicken again and again.
I am so happy you tried it! It is so tender…I really love the chicken thighs in this recipe. I’ll have to check Girelle out; that sounds delicious. Thanks for your feedback, Karen, I always appreciate it!
I love slow cooked meals and this chicken looks amazing! I’m sure it is delicious!
Thank you Mira!
yummm I can’t even say how much I LOVE pasta… this dish looks right up my alley (minus the chicken since I don’t do meat) but the rest is perfect, tomato sauce, pasta, garlic, mushrooms mmmm absolutely delicious!
Thank you, Michele! Perfect for these chilly nights!
This looks like such a comforting meal but so simple to make too. I love it!
Thanks for commenting on my blog. I hope to see you back there soon 🙂
You’ve described my kinda cooking! Simple and comforting! You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by Ciao Chow!
I really need to pull out my slow cooker…this looks delicious!
Oh yes…so good! And so easy! Thanks Judy!!
I would love to come home to this meal. I’m always looking for good slow cooker recipes and will have to give this one a try!
I highly recommend it. This dish really hit the spot! Thanks Andrea!