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Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe


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4.6 from 18 reviews

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Hearty Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken blends creamy cheese and tender meat in a comforting Mediterranean-inspired dish. Families will savor this rich, one-pot meal that combines classic flavors with effortless preparation.


Ingredients

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Main Proteins:

  • 4 chicken breast filets
  • 8 cups spinach, loosely packed, chopped
  • 14 ounces (396 grams) artichoke hearts, preservative-free or 6–8 artichokes from a jar, drained and chopped

Dairy and Cheese:

  • 4 tablespoons cream cheese, reduced-fat but not fat-free
  • 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded

Vegetables and Seasonings:

  • 3 garlic cloves, fresh, chopped
  • ¼ sweet onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Arrange fresh spinach leaves, chicken broth, and boneless chicken breasts inside a 4-quart (3.8 liters) slow cooker, creating an even base layer.
  2. Generously sprinkle minced garlic, diced onions, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the chicken and spinach mixture.
  3. Secure the slow cooker lid and select cooking time: low setting for 6-8 hours or high setting for 4-6 hours, allowing ingredients to infuse and chicken to become tender.
  4. When cooking cycle completes, carefully transfer chicken breasts to serving platters using tongs, ensuring gentle handling to maintain meat’s integrity.
  5. Within the slow cooker, introduce softened cream cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and chopped artichoke hearts, stirring continuously until sauce transforms into a smooth, creamy consistency.
  6. Ladle the rich, velvety sauce generously over each chicken breast, ensuring complete coverage.
  7. Optional: Garnish with diced fresh tomatoes and additional sprinkled parmesan cheese for enhanced visual appeal and flavor complexity.

Notes

  • This creamy, comforting dish transforms ordinary chicken into a restaurant-worthy meal with minimal preparation.
  • Cooking on low heat allows chicken to become incredibly tender and absorb rich, flavorful seasonings from spinach and artichokes.
  • Cream cheese and parmesan create a luxurious sauce that elevates the simple ingredients into a gourmet-style dinner.
  • Ideal for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder requires less than 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator and can be reheated gently without losing moisture or flavor.
  • Optional tomato and extra cheese topping adds fresh brightness and additional texture to the finished dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 248 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 421 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg