Description
A simple and delicious crockpot recipe featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 4 boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g)
- Bell peppers: 2 medium (1 red and 1 green, diced)
- Onion: 1 medium (diced)
- Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
- Italian seasoning: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon (optional, for sautéing)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts, then cut them into smaller pieces if desired and place them at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add the diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour the can of diced tomatoes over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the top, and stir gently to combine.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot and mix it with the sauce and vegetables before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy version, add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- For a creamy sauce, stir in heavy cream or cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or carrots for added nutrition.
- Experiment with different herbs to change the flavor profile.
- For a southwestern twist, add black beans and corn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Chicken, Easy Recipe, Family Meal, Healthy Dinner