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!
PrintSlow 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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Susan says
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!!
Annie says
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!
Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says
I love slow cooked chicken, so flavorful!
Annie says
Mm-hmmm! Delicious and tender…Thanks for stopping by Sharon!
Karen Edwards says
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.
Annie says
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!
mira says
I love slow cooked meals and this chicken looks amazing! I’m sure it is delicious!
Annie says
Thank you Mira!
Michele @ Two Raspberries says
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!
Annie says
Thank you, Michele! Perfect for these chilly nights!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
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 🙂
Annie says
You’ve described my kinda cooking! Simple and comforting! You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by Ciao Chow!
Judy @ ImBored-LetsGo says
I really need to pull out my slow cooker…this looks delicious!
Annie says
Oh yes…so good! And so easy! Thanks Judy!!
Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C says
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!
Annie says
I highly recommend it. This dish really hit the spot! Thanks Andrea!